The relationship between isometric strength of Cantonese males and the US NIOSH guide for manual lifting

Determination of maximum acceptable weight of lift by adult Indian female workers

“…Zhu and Zhang (1990) and Wu (1997) reported that MAWL for Chinese subjects were less than that observed for the Western population. Evans (1990) and Lee et al (1995) have mentioned that the NIOSH limit might not be applicable for non-Western population. However, no study is reported on the applicability of this NIOSH equation on the Indian Women workers till date.…”

“…In 1991, a revised lifting equation was developed with more number of lifting parameters (Waters et al, 1993). In Europe and North America, this NIOSH equation is well established, but the applicability of NIOSH equation across different countries is under question (Zhu and Zhang, 1990;Evans, 1990;Lee et al, 1995;Wu, 1997). In fact, manual handling problem is more severe in developing and underdeveloped countries.…”

Isometric Pull-Push Strengths in Workspace: 2. Analysis of Spatial Factors

“…Therefore arm reach and posture should be defined precisely [3]. Thus, normal, maximum and extreme functional reach envelopes provide a logical basis for strength measurement.…”

“…Direction can be similarly defined relative to individual anthropometry using radial pull and push exertions centered on body joint locations [3]. For both productivity and comfort, testing the statistical significance of each of these factors will help to define key variables for workstation design optimization.…”

Isometric Push and Pull Strengths of Young Taiwanese Males

“…When lifting, increased horizontal distance significantly decreases force output, and a longer moment arm results in more load on the lower back 18) . Push and pull strengths are defined as the exertion of force by a person on an object, the resultant force of which is directed horizontally 19) .…”