AH-94-04.7
REA-90 and 90L Spray Applicators - Safety
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Tells where hazards
may occur.
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Tells what the hazard is.
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Tells how to avoid the hazard.
Use of hand tools may cause
cumulative trauma disorders
(CTD's). CTD's or musculoskeletal
disorders, involve damage to the
hands, wrists, elbows, shoulders,
neck and back. Carpal tunnel
syndrome and tendinitis (such as
tennis elbow or rotator cuff
syndrome) are examples of CTD's.
CTD's when using hand tools, tend
to affect the upper extremities.
Factors which may increase the
risk of developing a CTD include:
1. High frequency of the activity.
2. Excessive force, such as
gripping, pinching or pressing
with the hands and fingers.
3. Extreme or awkward finger,
wrist or arm positions.
4. Excessive duration of the
activity.
5. Tool vibration.
6. Repeated pressure on a
body part.
7. Working in cold temperatures.
Risk is reduced by avoiding or lessening the listed
hazards.
CTD's can also be caused by such activities as
sewing, golf, tennis and bowling, to name a few.
Pain, tingling, or numbness in the shoulder, forearm,
wrists, hands, or fingers, especially during the night,
may be early symptoms of a CTD. Do not ignore
them. Should you experience any such symptoms,
see a physician immediately. Other early symptoms
may include vague discomfort in the hand, loss of
manual dexterity, and nonspecific pain in the arm.
Ignoring early symptoms and continued repetitive
use of the arm, wrist and hand can lead to serious
disability.
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