| Document ID (ISN) | 75285 |
| CIS number |
00-1174 |
| ISSN - Serial title |
0003-6870 - Applied Ergonomics |
| Year |
2000 |
| Convention or series no. |
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| Author(s) |
Fathallah F.A., Cotnam J.P. |
| Title |
Maximum forces sustained during various methods of exiting commercial tractors, trailers and trucks |
| Bibliographic information |
Feb. 2000, Vol.31, No.1, p.25-33. Illus. 17 ref. |
| Abstract |
Many commercial vehicles have steps and grab-rails to assist the driver in safely entering or exiting the vehicle. However, many drivers do not use these aids. The purpose of this study was to compare impact forces experienced during various exit methods from commercial equipment. The impact forces on ten male subjects while exiting different types of tractors and vans was investigated. The results showed that jumping out resulted in impact forces as high as 12 times the subject's body weight, whereas utilizing the steps and grab-rails resulted in impact forces less than two times body weight. Optimal design of entry/exit aids coupled with driver training and education should minimize exit-related injuries. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
falls of persons; drivers cabs; drivers; musculoskeletal diseases |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
trailers; workplace design; ergonomic evaluation; tractors; trucks |
| Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
| Country / State or Province | USA |
| Subject(s) |
Ergonomics and work organization
|
| Broad subject area(s) |
Physiology, ergonomics
|
| Browse category(ies) |
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system
Road transportation
|
