| Document ID (ISN) | 73959 |
| CIS number |
99-2030 |
| ISSN - Serial title |
0169-8141 - International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics |
| Year |
1999 |
| Convention or series no. |
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| Author(s) |
Kattel B.P, Fernandez J.E. |
| Title |
The effects of rivet guns on hand-arm vibration |
| Bibliographic information |
Mar. 1999, Vol.23, No.5-6, p.595-608. Illus. 24 ref. |
| Abstract |
Vibration data were collected from five male and five female subjects using 12 rivet guns (from four different manufacturers depicted here as types l, 2, 3, and 4 with large, medium, and small sizes in each type) at three different postures (neutral, 1/3 maximum flexion, and 1/3 maximum ulnar deviation) and two different levels of applied force (8 and 12lbs). The results of analysis indicated that the level of vibration entering the hand was significantly higher for type 4 and large size than for other types and sizes. Based on the recommendations of ISO standard 5349, type 4 rivet guns should not be used for more than 30min per day. Results of detailed analysis and the ergonomic ramifications as well as practical applications of this finding are discussed. Topics: design of equipment; grip strength; hand tools; hand-arm vibration; Raynaud's phenomenon; repetitive strain injury; riveting; upper extremity disorders; vibrating tools; vibration acceleration; vibration damage risk criteria; vibration measurement; work posture. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
hand-arm vibration; design of equipment; riveting; Raynaud's phenomenon |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
vibration acceleration; vibrating tools; vibration measurement; grip strength; upper extremity disorders; hand tools; vibration damage risk criteria; repetitive strain injury; work posture |
| Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
| Country / State or Province | USA |
| Subject(s) |
Noise, hearing and vibration
|
| Broad subject area(s) |
Physical hazards
|
| Browse category(ies) |
Cardiovascular diseases
Vibration
Ergonomics
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