Back and Shoulder Biomechanical Load in Curbside Waste Workers
Data from various countries (USA, Great Britain, Brazil, Italy, India, etc.) shows a significant prevalence and incidence of musculoskeletal disorders in kerbside waste collection workers. We investigated some biomechanical parameters of the task of pouring bins in collection kerb through 3DSSPP software. (v 7.0.6). Bins manual handling was investigated in four different operating modes: through 1) a lorry side window; 2) at the back of the lorry; 3) in a certified container; 4) in a non-certified container.