• Sweere JJ

• Occupational Health
• Work Capacity Evaluation

Lecture I Outline
I. Introduction
  A. Seven-phase step-by-step process of prevention-oriented occupational health and industrial consulting services
  B.Case study
II. Two phases of the step-by-step process
  A. The loss-source analysis/needs assessment phase- an overview
    1. the OHSA 300 log
    2. the industrial work-related injuries suevey
    3. human resources department input
    4. comprehensive walk-through of the worksite
    5. workers' compensation claims data
    6. demographics of the workforce
B. The planning and proposal phase
  1. ergonomic assessment and workstation modification
  2. powerlift spinal injury prevention training
  3. post-offer, pre-placement/pre-employment physical screening examinations - the biomechanical stress index
  4.self-administered trigger point therapy
  5. micro-breaks
  6. proper shoe fit and orthotics for workers with pronation
  7. daily home stretching
  8. job rotations
  9. on-site chiropractic care
  10. drug testing and alcohol screening
  11. job descriptions
  12. carefully planned return-to-work policy
  13. medical management
  14. addressing the "Monday morn ing syndrome"
  15. accident hazard prevention considerations
  16. hearing loss prevention
  17. health, wellness and safety talks for workers and supervisors
  18.smoke/tobacco/nicotine cessation concerns
  19. labor-management relations - a worker satisfaction survey
  20. additional general ergonomic considerations
  21. shift work and circadian rhythm issues
  22. cafeteria offerings and nutritional considerations
III. Summary

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