Ergonomics Process Management: A Blueprint for Quality and Compliance (Hardcover)

Introduction to ErgonomicsWhat is Ergonomics?Is Ergonomics Something New?Why is Ergonomics Important?What are common Ergonomics Problems?Using a Systems Approach to Ergonomics: The Key to Success in the system or "Program versus Process"Components of an Ergonomics Management ProgramUsing the Meatpacking Guidelines for DirectionManagement and Employee InvolvementErgonomic Hazard RecognitionErgonomic Hazard EvaluationErgonomic Hazard ControlTracking Ergonomic Program EffectivenessResources in Developing the Ergonomic Process: Doing Your HomeworkPublicationsOrganizationsUniversity ResourcesInsurance CarriersConsultantsSelecting Outside AssistanceGetting an Ergonomics Program Started: Part AGetting Your Facts StraightFinding and Working with Professional ErgonomistsLocating Potential Ergonomic Problems (Working Analysis)Determining the Extent of Ergonomic Problems IdentifiedObtaining Top Management Support for the Ergonomic ProgramEstablishing an Ergonomic Process BudgetEstablishing a TQM Approach to the Ergonomic ProcessStarting on a Level Playing Field - Training: Part AErgonomics versus Economics: Do People Know the Difference?Taking Baby Steps: Training on Ergonomics BasicsTraining Programs for Support PersonnelTraining Programs for Upper ManagementTraining Programs for VendorsTraining Programs by VendorsGetting an Ergonomic Program Started: Part BObtaining Ergonomic Program Buy-In "on the line"Remembering Mid-Level Managers/SupervisorsNegotiating Roles and ResponsibilitiesSetting Up the Identification and Monitoring SystemEstablishing the Ergonomics CommitteeStarting on a Level Playing Field - Training: Part BRoles and Responsibilities Training: Ensuring Understanding of the SystemEstablishing Standard Operating Procedures: Establishing Performance BaselineTraining Employees in Ergonomic Hazard Recognition and the Elimination/Control ProcessTraining Engineers and Maintenance PersonnelTraining Supervisors and Managers in How the Ergonomic System OperatesIncluding Medical Personnel and Medical Data in the Ergonomic ProcessFinding and Working with Occupational Medical Personnel