Sound Science Supports an Ergonomics Standard

There is "compelling evidence that reducing biomechanical stress on the job reduces the risk of musculoskeletal injuries." So said the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) in a report to Congress that was issued October 1, 1998, but was eclipsed by release of more Starr tapes.The Department of Labor hailed the report as "verifying that substantial sound scientific evidence exists linking back injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome and other MSDs to work. The scientific literature demonstrates t