Rapid entire body assessment

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Rapid entire body assessment

Rapid entire body assessment

Type of item
Guides & Tools
Country
International
Languages

English

Provider
Provider (English)
Cornell University Ergonomics Web
Provider (Original)
Cornell University Ergonomics Web

Description

The Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA)  is a postural targeting method for estimating the risks of work-related entire body disorders. This tool provides a quick and systematic assessment of the complete body postural risks to a worker. The analysis can be conducted before and after an intervention to demonstrate that the intervention has worked to lower the risk of injury.

 

The Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA)  is a postural targeting method for estimating the risks of work-related entire body disorders. This tool provides a quick and systematic assessment of the complete body postural risks to a worker. The analysis can be conducted before and after an intervention to demonstrate that the intervention has worked to lower the risk of injury.

 

Access tool

URL
http://ergo.human.cornell.edu/ahREBA.html
Language of original language description

English

Other data

Sector / Indrustry covered
Not sector specific
Hazards
Awkward postures
Health effects
MSDs unspecified
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
All (no specific group)
Prevention measures
Elimination of hazards
Simple tips and measures
Purpose of the material
Risk assessment
Target audience
Safety officers
Occupational health physician
OSH consultant
Year
2000