BOS3701 Columbia Southern Amy Ergonomics Issues and Solution Paper

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Unit III Assignment

  • Weight: 13% of course grade
  • Grading Rubric
  • Due: Tuesday, 01/08/2019 11:59 PM (CST)

Instructions

In the Unit III Lesson, we presented the problems that Amy is facing in her current workstation. Amy, who works as a cashier in a big-box store, works 8-hour shifts but is often asked to work overtime for up to 4 hours. Amy is now experiencing knee, hip, and lower back pain after working.

You have been asked to assemble a team to address the ergonomics issues Amy is facing and to explain a possible solution. Your assignment should meet the following criteria:

  1. Identify and explain the different roles within the team (you may use bullets for this section).
  2. Explain how the ergonomics team can work together to help Amy with her current workstation. Include a possible suggestion to improve Amy’s workstation as part of your discussion.
  3. Explain why it is important for the ergonomics team to implement a plan that considers potential discrimination or disability issues for other employees.

This assignment should be at least two pages in length. Outside sources are not a requirement for this assignment. You are expected to complete this assignment based upon your reading, experience, and opinions.

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Running head: ERGONOMICS

Ergonomics
Student Name:
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ERGONOMICS
1. Team members
The team approach to ergonomics will deliver both objective and reliable results from
assessments. The team includes; Safety manager of Big Box store, Workers Union
Representative, Industrial hygienist, ergonomist and a human resource representative.
Safety Manager


The safety manager is the representative of Big Box store management



The safety manager reports directly to the management the risks, exposures and
recommended interventions to allow cost benefit analysis.



The safety manager advices the management on Safety and Health issues within the
organization.

Union Representative


Represents the workers interests with regards to safety, remuneration and benefits



Communicates to workers what is expected of them and what they need to expect fro...


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