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International standards on working postures and movements ISO 11226 and EN 1005-4
1TNO Human Factors, Soesterberg, The Netherlands. nico.delleman@tno.nl
Ergonomics
|November 1, 2007
Summary
New international standards, ISO 11,226 and EN 1,005-4, aid in preventing work-related musculoskeletal disorders. These standards offer tools for evaluating existing work and during the design process.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Ergonomics
- Industrial Engineering
Background:
- Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are a significant concern for standards organizations.
- International standards are crucial for addressing and mitigating WMSDs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present key publications and considerations leading to the development of ISO 11,226 and EN 1,005-4.
- To provide examples of the application of these standards in evaluating working postures and movements.
Main Methods:
- Review of key publications and considerations in the field of WMSDs.
- Analysis of the content and application of ISO 11,226 (evaluation of existing work) and EN 1,005-4 (evaluation during design/engineering).
Main Results:
- Publication of ISO 11,226 in 2000 and EN 1,005-4 in 2005 provides standardized methods for WMSD risk assessment.
- ISO 11,226 serves as an evaluation tool for current work situations.
- EN 1,005-4 functions as an evaluation tool during the design and engineering phases.
Conclusions:
- These international standards offer valuable support for professionals involved in the prevention and control of WMSDs.
- The standards provide practical tools for assessing and improving workplace ergonomics.
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