Globally, falls from height (FFH) are a substantial public health jeopardy and are among the
important leading causes of serious and fatal injuries for construction workers. A …

The biomechanics of slips are an important component in the prevention of fall-related
injuries. The purpose of this paper is to review the available literature on the biomechanics …

Introduction Falls are the leading cause of injury in almost all age-strata in the US However,
fall-related injuries (FI) and their circumstances are under-studied at the population level …

A laboratory study was conducted to examine gait changes associated with aging and the
effect of these changes on initiation of slips and frequency of falls utilizing newly defined …

This book gives readers the tools they need to achieve work design that is ergonomically
effective while remaining economically feasible. Whether studying work design/ergonomics …

Despite efforts in recent years, the construction industry remains one of the top contributors
for workplace fatalities in many countries. One of the key concerns in the industry is the …

Falls are a significant public health risk and a leading cause of non‐fatal and fatal injuries
among construction workers worldwide. A more comprehensive understanding of casual …

Occupational slips, trips and falls on the same level (STFL) result in substantial injuries
worldwide. This paper summarises the state of science regarding STFL, outlining relevant …

Although much has been learned in recent decades about the deterioration of muscular
strength, gait adaptations, and sensory degradation among older adults, little is known about …

This study examines how lower extremity fatigue of the quadriceps alters gait variables
related to slip propensity. Sixteen healthy young adults were recruited to walk across vinyl …