A 17-page brochure titled Ergonomic Solutions Guide summarizes the design criteria and operating uses of various ergonomic products that protect employees from repetitive motion, cumulative trauma and lifting injuries. An outline of the economics of ergonomic equipment details the percentage of savings in labor that is necessary to compensate for the cost of equipment. Products highlighted include cranes, pallet trucks, portable tilters, lift tables, scissor lifts and elevating carts.
Vestil Manufacturing Co.
219-665-7586
www.vestil.com
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A second series of self-study guides for warehouse supervisors and managers are available from the Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC). Titled "Communicating, Decision Making & Managing Conflict," the guide incorporates an easy-to-read, hands-on format with examples, quizzes, exercises and worksheets to improve management skills, supplement training techniques and facilitate group discussions. The book's author, a human resources specialist, challenges readers with questions and real-life scenarios that provoke personal application on various issues.
WERC
630-990-0001
www.werc.org
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A rack safety manual helps users properly assemble, install and maintain their pallet rack. With colorful symbols and detailed descriptions, the manual gives the step-by-step processes of using pallet rack and lists important do's and don'ts.
Steel King
715-341-3120
www.steelking.com
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