Overview
The SIM System is the foundation upon which we build all SIM materials and consulting services. It is a complete system for reducing musculoskeletal injuries in the workplace.
It comprehends ergonomics (Tools and Equipment), body mechanics (Physical Technique), fitness (Re-energize), and auditing, observation, coaching & medical management (Early Warning).
The Safety In Motion® System – Some Specifics
The SIM system includes four Injury Prevention Principles:
- Tools & Equipment
- Smart setup:
- Setup of storage, work space, work station, office
- Priority for setup in the Green Zone based on:
- Frequency/duration of use
- Weight or force
- Good Fit Seating:
- Vehicle, workstation, office: adjusting position, lumbar support, arm rest, suspension
- Gloves: fit/size, flexibility, pre-curved fingers
- Belts: fit, padding, weight distribution, additional shoulder suspension
- Shoes: fit/size (no contact pressure on end of big toe or side of little toe), orthotic arch support
- Less Strain: Material handling equipment to lift, push, pull or position materials and tools
- Better Protection from contact pressure on:
- Fingers: plastic or foam grips for wire handles, precision tools, writing or drawing instruments
- Center of palm: gel pad protection
- Carpal tunnel / wrist: soft surface
- Inside of elbow: adjustment of arm rests, cloth or foam pad
- Base of knee: knee pad, ergo kneel pad
- Standing surface: anti fatigue mat
- Physical technique
- Better leverage
- Elbow position – Leverage Zone
- Foot position – Line of Strength and Balance
- Build a Bridge
- Easy alignment – mid-range motions of major skeletal joints
- Right muscles – larger muscles, muscles have ‘smooth path’ tendon connections, advantageous reflex
- Better leverage
- Re-energize – light exercise for circulation, stretching, strength exercise, aerobic exercise
- Full range of motion
- Increase circulation and endurance
- Balanced strength
- Early warning
- Observation for risk factors and coaching best practices – principles 1, 2, 3 above
- Medical advice for increasing or persistent signs and symptoms – pain, swelling, numbness
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