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Report Documentation Page Report Date 14 Jul 2000 Title and Subtitle Army Ergonomics Program Author(s) Report Type N/A Dates Covered (from... to) - Contract Number Grant Number Program Element Number Project Number Task Number Work Unit Number Performing Organization Name(s) and Address(es) Department of the Army Washington, DC 20310 Sponsoring/Monitoring Agency Name(s) and Address(es) Performing Organization Report Number Sponsor/Monitor s Acronym(s) Sponsor/Monitor s Report Number(s) Distribution/Availability Statement Approved for public release, distribution unlimited Supplementary Notes Abstract Subject Terms Report Classification unclassified Classification of Abstract unclassified Classification of this page unclassified Limitation of Abstract UU Number of Pages 7

e n v i r o n m e n t s, j o b s, t a s k s, e q u i p m e n t, a n d p r o c e s s e s i n r e l a t i o n s h i p t o h u m a n c a p a b i l i t i e s and interactions in the workplace. (2) Surveillance. a. A c t i v e. A p r o c e d u r e t h a t i n v o l v e s a c t i v e l y s e e k i n g i n f o r m a t i o n t o t a r g e t a n d assess problematic work areas, job series, and tasks. b. P a s s i v e. T h e s y s t e m a t i c a n a l y s i s o f d a t a p r o v i d e d i n e x i s t i n g r e p o r t s a n d d a t a s o u r c e s s u c h a s o u t l i n e i n j u r y r e p o r t s, l o g a n d s u m m a r y o f o c c u p a t i o n a l i n j u r i e s a n d i l l n e s s e s, F e d e r a l E m p l o y e e s C o m p e n s a t i o n A c t ( F E C A ) c l a i m s, m e d i c a l a n d s a f e t y records, and work force reports and suggestions. (3) Workplace risk factors (ergonomic). Actions in the workplace, workplace conditions, o r a c o m b i n a t i o n t h e r e o f, t h a t m a y c a u s e o r a g g r a v a t e a w o r k - r e l a t e d m u s c u l o s k e l e t a l disorder (WMSD). Workplace risk factors include, but are not limited to, repetitive, forceful o r p r o l o n g e d e x e r t i o n s ; f r e q u e n t o r h e a v y l i f t i n g ; p u s h i n g, p u l l i n g, o r c a r r y i n g o f h e a v y objects; a fixed or awkward work posture, contact stress; localized or whole-body vibration; cold temperatures; and poor lighting (leading to awkward postures). These workplace risk f a c t o r s c a n b e i n t e n s i f i e d b y w o r k o r g a n i z a t i o n c h a r a c t e r i s t i c s, s u c h a s i n a d e q u a t e w o r k - r e s t c y c l e s, e x c e s s i v e w o r k p a c e a n d / o r d u r a t i o n, u n a c c u s t o m e d w o r k, l a c k o f t a s k variability, machine work, and piece rate. ( 4 ) W o r k - r e l a t e d m u s c u l o s k e l e t a l d i s o r d e r ( e r g o n o m i c ). A n i n j u r y o r a n i l l n e s s o f t h e m u s c l e s, t e n d o n s, l i g a m e n t s, p e r i p h e r a l n e r v e s, j o i n t s, c a r t i l a g e ( i n c l u d i n g i n t e r v e r t e b r a l d i s c s ), b o n e s a n d / o r s u p p o r t i n g b l o o d v e s s e l s i n e i t h e r t h e u p p e r o r l o w e r e x t r e m i t i e s, back, or neck, that is associated with musculoskeletal disorder workplace risk factors and is not limited to cumulative trauma disorders, repetitive strain injuries or illnesses, repetitive motion injuries or illnesses, and repetitive stress injuries or illnesses. Refers collectively to s i g n s, p e r s i s t e n t s y m p t o m s, o r c l i n i c a l l y d i a g n o s e d W M S D s w h e n t h e y a r e c a u s e d o r aggravated by exposure to workplace risk factors. 5. Background. a. I n a m e m o r a n d u m s i g n e d o n 4 F e b r u a r y 1 9 9 7, t h e D e p u t y U n d e r S e c r e t a r y o f Defense (Environmental Security) established the Ergonomics Program interim requirements a n d p r o c e d u r e s f o r t h e c o n t r o l o f w o r k - r e l a t e d m u s c u l o s k e l e t a l i n j u r y a n d i l l n e s s. O n 1 8 M a y 1 9 9 8, t h e D e p u t y A s s i s t a n t S e c r e t a r y o f t h e A r m y ( E n v i r o n m e n t, S a f e t y, a n d O c c u p a t i o n a l H e a l t h ) s i g n e d a p o l i c y m e m o r a n d u m o u t l i n i n g t h e A r m y s r o l e s a n d responsibilities. b. These memorandums directed that, as a minimum, the Ergonomics Program will (1) Interface with existing programs. (2) Include a written plan with goals and objectives. ( 3 ) A d d r e s s t h e f i v e c r i t i c a l p r o g r a m e l e m e n t s w o r k p l a c e a n a l y s i s, h a z a r d p r e v e n t i o n and control, health care management, education and training, and program evaluation. The d e g r e e o f e m p h a s i s o n e a c h c r i t i c a l p r o g r a m e l e m e n t w i l l v a r y a c c o r d i n g t o t h e h a z a r d s and concerns at each installation. (4) Assist in procurement initiatives to ensure ergonomic design criteria are considered. c. T h e U. S. A r m y C e n t e r f o r H e a l t h P r o m o t i o n a n d P r e v e n t i v e M e d i c i n e a n d t h e U. S. A r m y S a f e t y C e n t e r w i l l p r o v i d e s u p p o r t t o c o m m a n d e r s i n d e v e l o p i n g a n d i m p l e m e n t i n g installation ergonomics programs. 6. Goals. The goals of the Ergonomics Program are to a. Prevent injuries and illness by eliminating or reducing worker exposure to WMSD risk factors. 2

DASG-HS SUBJECT: Army Ergonomics Program b. R e d u c e t h e p o t e n t i a l f o r f a t i g u e, e r r o r, a n d u n s a f e a c t s b y a d a p t i n g t h e j o b a n d workplace to the worker s capabilities and limitations. c. Increase the overall productivity of the work force. d. Reduce workers compensation claims and associated costs. e. Improve overall unit readiness. 7. Responsibilities. a. Installation commanders will (1) Establish an Ergonomics Subcommittee under the Safety and Occupational Health A d v i s o r y C o u n c i l ( S O H A C ) a n d i n t e g r a t e e r g o n o m i c s i n t o a l l p h a s e s o f t h e O c c u p a t i o n a l Safety and Health Program. (2) Approve the installation ergonomics policy and plan based on the recommendations of the SOHAC. (3) Support the Ergonomics Program, demonstrate commitment, and provide necessary resources based on the magnitude of the WMSD problem and local command priorities. ( 4 ) D e s i g n a t e a n I n s t a l l a t i o n E r g o n o m i c s O f f i c e r ( I E O ) s e l e c t e d f r o m t h e m e d i c a l assets of the installation or, in the absence of medical assets, from the installation s safety assets or other appropriate personnel. (5) Select members of the Ergonomics Subcommittee based on recommendations from the Installation Medical Authority (IMA) and the IEO. b. The IMA will ( 1 ) A d v i s e t h e i n s t a l l a t i o n c o m m a n d e r o n t h e s e l e c t i o n o f t h e I E O f r o m a v a i l a b l e medical assets or other available installation personnel as appropriate. ( 2 ) A d v i s e t h e i n s t a l l a t i o n c o m m a n d e r o n a p p r o p r i a t e i n d i v i d u a l s f o r m e m b e r s h i p o n the Ergonomics Subcommittee. ( 3 ) E n s u r e t h a t a w r i t t e n i n s t a l l a t i o n p r o t o c o l i s d e v e l o p e d f o r t h e e a r l y r e c o g n i t i o n, evaluation, treatment, and follow-up of WMSDs among military and civilian personnel. c. T h e I E O i s a q u a l i f i e d h e a l t h o r s a f e t y p r o f e s s i o n a l w h o h a s r e c e i v e d a t l e a s t 4 0 hours of formal ergonomics training. The IEO will ( 1 ) C h a i r t h e E r g o n o m i c s S u b c o m m i t t e e a n d p r o v i d e a n i n t e r f a c e b e t w e e n t h e Ergonomics Subcommittee and the SOHAC. ( 2 ) D e v e l o p a n d i m p l e m e n t t h e i n s t a l l a t i o n e r g o n o m i c s p o l i c y a n d p l a n, w i t h t h e assistance of the Ergonomics Subcommittee and approval of the SOHAC. (3) Ensure Ergonomics Subcommittee members are trained to identify, assess, control, and prevent WMSDs. ( 4 ) E n s u r e a c c u r a t e p r o g r a m r e c o r d k e e p i n g a n d p e r i o d i c e v a l u a t i o n a n d r e v i e w o f program objectives, and report results of the evaluation to the SOHAC. d. B a s e d o n l o c a l p e r s o n n e l r e s o u r c e s, t h e E r g o n o m i c s S u b c o m m i t t e e m a y c o n s i s t o f r e p r e s e n t a t i v e s f r o m i n d u s t r i a l h y g i e n e ; s a f e t y ; h e a l t h c a r e ( p h y s i c i a n, o c c u p a t i o n a l h e a l t h nurse, occupational and physical therapists, physician s assistant); human resources; tenant a c t i v i t i e s ; a n d l o c a l u n i o n s. A d v i s o r y m e m b e r s m a y i n c l u d e r e p r e s e n t a t i v e s f r o m t h e Directorate of Contracting Support, the Directorate of Public Works, and the Directorate of Logistics. The Ergonomics Subcommittee will oversee and participate in 3

(1) Identifying existing and potential WMSDs through workplace analysis that involves both active and passive surveillance. (2) Setting priorities for abatement of identified WMSDs. (3) Identifying and implementing corrective actions. (4) Providing appropriate worker and supervisor training. (5) Coordinating efforts with medical personnel. (6) Evaluating effectiveness of corrective actions and documenting the results. e. T e n a n t a c t i v i t i e s w i l l b e p r o v i d e d E r g o n o m i c s P r o g r a m s u p p o r t a s p a r t o f t h e o c c u p a t i o n a l s a f e t y a n d h e a l t h s e r v i c e s p r o v i d e d b y t h e l o c a l i n s t a l l a t i o n s u p p o r t agreement. This support extends to all tenant activities. The tenant activity will appoint an E r g o n o m i c s S u b c o m m i t t e e r e p r e s e n t a t i v e w h o m a y b e t h e o c c u p a t i o n a l s a f e t y a n d h e a l t h point of contact for the activity. The representative will ( 1 ) P r o v i d e i n f o r m a t i o n a b o u t p r o b l e m a t i c w o r k a r e a s t o t h e E r g o n o m i c s Subcommittee. ( 2 ) C o o r d i n a t e a n d p a r t i c i p a t e i n t e n a n t a c t i v i t y w o r k a r e a a s s e s s m e n t s, s o l u t i o n identification, employee training and education efforts, and health care management. (3) Brief the tenant activity commander on Ergonomics Program issues, activities and recommendations. f. T h e D i r e c t o r o f C o n t r a c t i n g S u p p o r t, o r e q u i v a l e n t, w i l l e n s u r e t h e i n t e g r a t i o n o f e r g o n o m i c c o n s i d e r a t i o n s a n d c o n s u l t w i t h t r a i n e d e r g o n o m i c s p e r s o n n e l c o n c e r n i n g t h e purchase of new equipment. g. The Director of Public Works will integrate ergonomic considerations and consult with trained ergonomics personnel concerning facility modifications and construction. h. T h e D i r e c t o r o f L o g i s t i c s w i l l e n s u r e t h e i n t e g r a t i o n o f e r g o n o m i c c o n s i d e r a t i o n s a n d consult with trained ergonomics personnel concerning the purchase of new equipment. 8. Reporting. The chair of the Ergonomics Subcommittee, or a selected representative as appropriate, will a. I n c l u d e r e s u l t s o f e r g o n o m i c a s s e s s m e n t s i n t h e S t a n d a r d A r m y S a f e t y a n d Occupational Health Inspection (AR 385-10, para 4-1) and other required regional and local reports. b. P r e p a r e a s e m i a n n u a l s u m m a r y o f E r g o n o m i c s S u b c o m m i t t e e a c t i v i t i e s f o r t h e S O H A C. A s a m i n i m u m, t h e s e s u m m a r i e s s h o u l d i n c l u d e r e s u l t s o f p a s s i v e s u r v e i l l a n c e, active surveillance, implemented controls, and effects of controls. 4

DASG-HS SUBJECT: Army Ergonomics Program Distribution: HQDA (SACW) HQDA (SAFM) HQDA (SAIE) HQDA (SAMR) HQDA (SAAL) HQDA (SAGC) HQDA (SAAA) HQDA (SAIS-ZA) HQDA (SAIG-ZA) HQDA (SAAG-ZA) HQDA (SAUS-IA) HQDA (SAUS-OR) HQDA (SALL) HQDA (SAPA) HQDA (SADBU) HQDA (DAMI-ZA) HQDA (DALO-ZA) HQDA (DAMO-ZA) HQDA (DAPE-ZA) HQDA (DAEN-ZA) HQDA (DASG-ZA) HQDA (NGB-ZA) HQDA (DAAR-ZA) HQDA (DAJA-ZA) HQDA (DACH-ZA) HQDA (DAIM-ZA) COMMANDING GENERAL U.S. ARMY EUROPE AND SEVENTH ARMY COMMANDERS EIGHTH U.S. ARMY FORCES COMMAND U.S. ARMY MATERIEL COMMAND U.S. ARMY TRAINING AND DOCTRINE COMMAND U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS U.S. ARMY SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND U.S. ARMY PACIFIC MILITARY TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT COMMAND U.S. ARMY CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION COMMAND U.S. ARMY MEDICAL COMMAND U.S. ARMY INTELLIGENCE AND SECURITY COMMAND U.S. ARMY MILITARY DISTRICT OF WASHINGTON U.S. ARMY SOUTH CF: 5

COMMANDER IN CHIEF U.S. SOUTHERN COMMAND U.S. EUROPEAN COMMAND PROGRAM EXECUTIVE OFFICE COMMAND, CONTROL & COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS 6

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