Title
Application problems of a biomechanical model in improving roofwork
Author
Vink, P.
TNO Preventie en Gezondheid
Publication year
1992
Abstract
The compression force during traditional roofwork and improved roofwork was calculated by means of a two-dimensional static biomechanical model. The improvement resulted in a 30% reduction in compression force, but also influenced factors which cannot be incorporated into the model but may cause back injuries. The frequency and velocity of movements were reduced and the trunk torsion increased. It is recommended that in further development this trunk torsion should be avoided. For valid application of biomechanical models in ergonomics, further research is needed. Priority should be given to epidemiologic research to establish the influence of compression force, trunk torsion and latero-flexion, frequency and velocity of movement on the development of lumbar injuries.
Subject
Workplace
Back
Biomechanics
Building industry
Compression
Human
Injury
Model
Motion
Torsion
Trunk
Velocity
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.1016/0003-6870(92)90221-g
TNO identifier
231908
ISSN
0003-6870
Source
Applied Ergonomics, 23 (3), 177-180
Document type
article