Stressful hand & wrist activity


Problem:

Workers who lay or set brick, block, or stone may face hazards from stressful hand & wrist activity.


Risk Description:

Performing stressful hand activities while laying brick/block or setting stone can lead to tendon inflammation (tendonitis) in the hand, wrist, or elbow, or carpal tunnel syndrome.


Assessment Info:

To assess exposure to stressful hand and wrist activities, observe the task to determine the: 1) time spent in awkward postures (wrist is bent >20º); 2) repetitive nature of the task; and 3) force demands on the hands from lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling heavy objects (>10 lbs) or tools/parts (>5.5 lbs).

Select Solution:

Substitution

Engineering control

Administrative control