Musculoskeletal injury: ergonomics and physical fitness in firefighters.
As a means of reducing the increasing incidence of musculoskeletal injuries in firefighters, the authors offer a framework for a program that would integrate hazard control and health promotion approaches. Particular focus is placed on the role of ergonomics and physical fitness factors in preventing these injuries.
Administrative Nursing and Occupational Health Nursing Progam, Public Health Nursing College of Nursing, University of Illinois, Chicago, USA.
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D006804:Ergonomics; D005390:Fires; D006801:Humans; D009140:Musculoskeletal Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D016272:Occupational Health; D010809:Physical Fitness; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control*