Abstract
The integration of all of an organization's processes must occur for the achievement of a successful ergonomics program. OSHA guidelines for ergonomics suggest the essential elements are management commitment, employee involvement, medical management, worksite analysis and training. This paper will briefly show how the physical demands analyses (PDAs) at Lockheed Fort Worth Company (LFWC) were developed and utilized by various entities within the company. The focus on physical demands becomes the cornerstone for more than the post injury focus of OSHA ergonomic guidelines. Emphasis on physical demands leads to the prevention of future injuries, improvements in productivity and quality, as well as the design of new processes within the company.
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