The occupational health nurse is making rounds in a factory. Which employees need further education about energy conservation strategies?
a. Workers reaching up to high shelf often to obtain cleaning supplies
b. Workers bending over to lift boxes onto conveyer belt
c. Workers who have delegated out parts of their activities
d. Workers standing for long periods
e. Workers standing at desks at waist level
ANS: A, B, D
The employee health nurse should provide teaching to employees about energy conservation strategies to protect workers from job-related injuries. These strategies include: placing frequently used items within reach; using proper body mechanics (not bending over and straining the back); and standing for long periods of time. Delegating parts of activities is an appropriate energy conserving strategy. When standing is necessary, it is important that desks or tables are at waist level of the employee to prevent excess reaching or straining.
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