The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA, an agency of the U.S. Department of Labor, is charged with the enforcement of safety and health conditions of workers through the use of regulations published in the Code of Federal Regulations. OSHA standards are published in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

OSHA guidelines do not have a construction ergonomics standard. However, this topic falls under the General Duty Clause, which states that an employer must provide their employee with a workplace free from recognized hazards that can cause injury or death.

Basic Concepts of Ergonomics

• Your Body's Power Zone
• How Your Hands Grip and Hold
• Injuries Can Be Costly
• Employee Turnover and Lost Days Can Be Costly
• Reduced Productivity Can Be Costly
• Common Injuries and Causes
• Who is at Risk of Injury?
• Cumulative Trauma Disorders (CTDs)
• Causes of CTDs
• Symptoms of CTDs
• Strains or Sprains