Search Results - "Haslam, R. A."

Anxiety and depression in the workplace: Effects on the individual and organisation (a focus group investigation) by Haslam, C., Atkinson, S., Brown, S.S, Haslam, R.A.

“…While the prevalence of anxiety and depression has increased, little is known of the impact on working life. The aim of this study was to explore the effects…”
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Contributing factors in construction accidents by Haslam, R.A., Hide, S.A., Gibb, A.G.F., Gyi, D.E., Pavitt, T., Atkinson, S., Duff, A.R.

“…This overview paper draws together findings from previous focus group research and studies of 100 individual construction accidents. Pursuing issues raised by…”
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The influence of rifle carriage on the kinetics of human gait by Birrell, S. A., Haslam, R. A.

“…The influence that rifle carriage has on human gait has received little attention in the published literature. Rifle carriage has two main effects, to add load…”
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Perceptions of the impact of depression and anxiety and the medication for these conditions on safety in the workplace by Haslam, C, Atkinson, S, Brown, S, Haslam, R A

“…Background: The number of people taking prescribed medication for anxiety and depression has increased greatly, but little is known of how this medication…”
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The development of a tool to predict team performance by Sinclair, M.A., Siemieniuch, C.E., Haslam, R.A., Henshaw, M.J.d.C., Evans, L.

“…The paper describes the development of a tool to predict quantitatively the success of a team when executing a process. The tool was developed for the UK…”
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Processes, barriers, and outcomes described by ergonomics consultants in preventing work-related musculoskeletal disorders by Whysall, Z.J., Haslam, R.A., Haslam, C.

“…Despite the importance of reducing work-related musculoskeletal disorders, there appears to have been little evaluation of routine ergonomics consultancy…”
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Initial force and postural adaptations when pushing and pulling on floor surfaces with good and reduced resistance to slipping by Boocock, M. G., Haslam, R. A., Lemon, P., Thorpe, S.

“…The objective of the present study was to determine whether differences in the frictional properties of a floor surface may affect the kinematics and kinetics…”
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Targeting ergonomics interventions—learning from health promotion by Haslam, R.A

“…Ergonomics often involves encouraging people to accept change, a process affected by their knowledge, attitudes and beliefs. This paper argues that ergonomics…”
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Influence of the visual environment on the postural stability in healthy older women by Brooke-Wavell, K, Perrett, L K, Howarth, P A, Haslam, R A

“…A poor postural stability in older people is associated with an increased risk of falling. It is recognized that visual environment factors (such as poor…”
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Slip, trip and fall accidents occurring during the delivery of mail by BENTLEY, T. A.

“…This study sought to identify causal factors for slip, trip and fall accidents occurring during the delivery of mail. Analysis of in-house data produced…”
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A comparison of safety practices used by managers of high and low accident rate postal delivery offices by Bentley, T.A, Haslam, R.A

“…This study compared safety practices of managers (supervisors) of high and low accident rate postal delivery offices, particularly with respect to slip, trip…”
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Identification of risk factors and countermeasures for slip, trip and fall accidents during the delivery of mail by Bentley, T.A, Haslam, R.A

“…Risk factors for slip, trip and fall accidents (STFA) during the delivery of mail were identified using a range of accident-centred and accident-independent…”
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Maximum acceptable loads for pushing and pulling on floor surfaces with good and reduced resistance to slipping by Haslam, R.A, Boocock, M, Lemon, P, Thorpe, S

“…Eight male subjects performed pushing and pulling tasks on two level floor surfaces having good and reduced resistance to slipping. Using a four wheel…”
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Follow-up investigations of slip, trip and fall accidents among postal delivery workers by Haslam, R.A, Bentley, T.A

“…A sample of 40 slip, trip and fall accidents occurring during the delivery of mail were subject to detailed follow-up investigation. Interviews were conducted…”
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Manual handling of highway kerbs—focus group findings by Bust, P.D., Gibb, A.G.F., Haslam, R.A.

“…The manual handling of concrete highway kerbs remains commonplace in the construction industry despite obvious risks to operatives. This study was undertaken…”
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Using non-keyboard input devices: interviews with users in the workplace by Atkinson, S., Woods, V., Haslam, R.A., Buckle, P.

“…A study of 45 non-keyboard input device (NKID) users was undertaken at nine organisations to investigate the extent, pattern and method of NKID usage,…”
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Manual handling risks and controls in a soft drinks distribution centre by Wright, E.J., Haslam, R.A.

“…This paper describes an investigation into manual handling risks and controls within a soft drinks distribution centre, presented as a case study regarding…”
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Musculoskeletal disorders in a handmade brick manufacturing plant by Trevelyan, F.C, Haslam, R.A

“…This study investigated musculoskeletal disorders in a handmade brick factory, concentrating on the ‘moulding’ department, where clay is shaped into bricks…”
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Using computer-based models for predicting human thermal responses to hot and cold environments by Haslam, R A, Parsons, K C

“…Four influential models, capable of predicting human responses to hot and cold environments and potentially suitable for use in practical applications, were…”
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Ergonomics considerations in the design and use of single disc floor cleaning machines by Haslam, R.A., Williams, H.J.

“…This study investigated ergonomics issues connected with the use of single-disc floor cleaning machines (buffers/polishers). Methods included…”
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