Manual Lifting

Commonly used throughout the world manual lifting tasksâwhether simple or complexâall involve variable loads postures and movements. This practical guide discusses how to analyze the intricate lifting function and prevent injury during its execution. Outlining revised NIOSH Lifting Equation (RNLE) methods the book illustrates their use in assessing manual lifting tasks of varying degrees of difficulty. Using examples to reinforce presented concepts it explains how RNLE methods can be applied to evaluate single composite variable and sequential lifting tasks. It also explores how to interpret and apply the results according to international standards and guidelines. . Language: English