Manual palletizing is an essential but physically demanding task in many industries, resulting in a high incidence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among workers. This white paper examines the ergonomic challenges of manual palletizing, and highlights the overall need for automation to improve safety and efficiency.

Content

• Ergonomics and manual Palletizing
  Overview of physical demands and ergonomic challenges in manual palletizing.
• Global MSD injury statistics & costs
  Analysis of MSD injury rates and the financial impacts of ergonomic injuries.
• Regulatory compliance
  Summary of global regulations for workplace ergonomics.
• Employer risk assessment & controls
  Guidance on risk assessment and strategies for mitigating MSD risks.
• Implementing risk reduction strategies
  Practical steps for businesses to enhance safety and reduce ergonomic risks.

Tools

• NIOSH multi-task lift analysis
  A comprehensive tool for evaluating lifting tasks in manual palletizing scenarios.
• NIOSH composite lifting index (CLI) data/scoring sheet
  A scoring sheet to assess lifting tasks based on the Composite Lifting Index for ergonomic evaluation.
• NIOSH multi-lift analysis & CLI
  Integrated analysis tool combining multi-lift assessments with the Composite Lifting Index for better ergonomic insights.