Using traditional scissors forces the fingers to repeatedly open and close the blade, which can stress tendons, increasing the risk of tenosynovitis and carpal tunnel. Contact trauma to sides of fingers can damage nerves, which can cause numbness and tingling in the tips of the fingers and thumb.

• Provide pneumatic scissors for cutting off tail; these scissors can be activated by employees with little finger force and with the wrist in a neutral posture.
• Provide spring activated scissors for cutting off tail; these scissors open automatically after each cutting motion.
• Rotate to tasks that do not require using scissors.

Standing for a long time reduces blood flow to the legs, forces isolated muscles to work for an extended time, and increases risk of fatigue and varicose veins.

• Install sit/stand stools, which allow employees to lean and have their weight supported while still remaining in an upright posture.
• Rotate employees to tasks that do not require prolonged standing.
• Provide shoe insoles that cushion the feet and spread foot pressure over a larger surface.
• Provide a foot rest in front of employees so they can lift one foot, allowing them to continually shift their posture.