NIOSH Document: Index to Exhibits - A Primer Based on Workplace Evaluations of Musculoskeletal Disorders: NIOSH Publication Number 97-117

Elements of Ergonomics Programs

Index to Exhibits

Step 1:	Looking for Signs of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Problems
	Exhibit 1. Triggers for NIOSH Investigations
Step 2:	Setting the Stage for Action
	Exhibit 2. Worker Involvement
	Exhibit 3. A Joint Labor-Management Approach
	Exhibit 4. A Work Group Approach
	Exhibit 5. An Individual Input Approach
Step 3:	Training - Building In-house Expertise
	Exhibit 6. Team Training in Ergonomic Problem Solving
Step 4:	Gathering and Examining Evidence of WMSDs
	Exhibit 7. Reviewing OSHA Logs
	Exhibit 8. Using OSHA Logs and Worker Interviews
	Exhibit 9. Symptom Surveys
	Exhibit 10. Use of Diagnostic Tests
	Exhibit 11. Cabinet Manufacturing Work Setting
	Exhibit 12. Window Balance Systems Manufacturing Work Setting
	Exhibit 13. Grocery Warehouse Setting
	Exhibit 14. Office Setting
Step 5:	Developing Controls
	Exhibit 15. Engineering Controls - Beverage Delivery
	Exhibit 16. Engineering Controls - Motorcycle Manufacturing
	Exhibit 17. Administrative Controls - Jewelry Manufacturing
	Exhibit 18. Administrative Controls - Meat packing
	Exhibit 19. Evaluating Ergonomics Programs in Meat packing Plants
Step 6:	Health Care Management
	Exhibit 20. Medical Management - Poultry Processing Plants
Step 7:	Proactive Ergonomics
	Exhibit 21. Proactive Ergonomics at an Appliance Manufacturer