Ergonomics in Construction Work
CHST written lesson, 9 min read. CHST Domain 1: Hazard and Risk Identification and Control
Written with AI help from the rules it covers, then fact-checked against them. Study aid, not site-specific safety advice. The official rule controls.
What you'll learn
- Name the main ergonomic risk factors in construction tasks
- Match common construction tasks to practical NIOSH solutions
- Rank ergonomic controls using the hierarchy of controls
- Explain why training in lifting technique alone is a weak control
What this lesson covers
This lesson covers the ergonomic risk factors in construction work (heavy lifting, awkward postures, repetition, forceful gripping and vibration) and the practical fixes NIOSH recommends. It matters because CHST questions ask you to spot the risk factor in a task and pick a control that changes the work, not just the worker.
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