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Establishing an industrial strength testing program

W M Keyserling, G D Herrin, D B Chaffin

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    Matching worker strength to job demands using strength testing can reduce workplace injuries. This study found that employees whose strength abilities met or exceeded job requirements had fewer medical incidents.

    Area of Science:

    • Occupational health and safety
    • Biomechanics
    • Ergonomics

    Background:

    • Assessing worker strength against job demands is crucial for preventing workplace injuries.
    • Previous methods for matching worker capabilities to job requirements were insufficient.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop and validate a strength testing scheme for matching worker capabilities with job strength demands.
    • To reduce the incidence of medical incidents in an industrial setting.

    Main Methods:

    • Biomechanical analyses were conducted on production jobs to quantify strength demands.
    • Nine strength tests were developed to simulate high-demand job activities.
    • Plant employees were strength tested and monitored for medical incidents over two years.

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    Main Results:

    • Significant correlations were identified between job strength requirements, worker strength levels, and medical incidents.
    • Workers with strength abilities below job demands experienced a higher rate of medical incidents.
    • A clear relationship was established between strength testing results and injury rates.

    Conclusions:

    • Strength testing effectively identifies workers at higher risk of injury.
    • Implementing strength assessments can improve occupational safety by matching workers to suitable job demands.
    • The developed testing scheme provides a viable tool for risk management in physically demanding industries.