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Participatory ergonomics programs have been proposed as the most effective means of eliminating, or redesigning, manual tasks with the aim of reducing the incidence of occupational musculoskeletal disorders. This review assesses the evidentiary basis for this claim; describes the range of approaches which have been taken under the banner of participatory ergonomics in diverse industries; and collates the lessons learned about the implementation of such programs.
Robin Burgess‐Limerick (2017) studied this question.