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Although, agriculture has become more mechanized in the last century, there are still many small farm operations where planting and harvesting activities are done by hand-a person’s hand.
Stooping, bending, lifting, twisting, kneeling, forceful gripping, carrying, vibrating equipment/machinery and long periods of repetitive motion can all lead to musculoskeletal injuries. Musculoskeletal injuries from agricultural work can result in pain in the back, neck and shoulders, as well as other areas of the body.
A wide range of ergonomically designed tools are available to make agricultural work more comfortable, including lifting tools, weeding stands, and harvest carts. Some ergonomic solutions simply call for smaller or differently shaped carrying tubs. A well organized and ergonomically designed workstation can improve the health and well-being of workers.
Performing brief strengthening and stretching exercises can also help prevent injuries.
The following guidelines from NIOSH-Simple Solutions: Ergonomics for Farm Workers can help create a more comfortable and productive work environment.