A pilot study on the use of Dartfish video analysis software to measure firefighters' trunk and knee postures while they perform tasks in their personal protective equipment. Read More
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Anatomic region and number of MSK injuries as predictors of greater work limitation in Canadian firefighters
A study of the impact of the location or number of musculoskeletal injuries on Canadian firefighters' self-reported work limitations. Read More
A literature review of musculoskeletal injuries in firefighters
We wanted to know the extent and nature of the published research regarding bone and joint injuries in firefighters. Read More
Evaluating the Ovako Working Posture Assessment System (OWAS) to identify firefighter injury risk using Dartfish video analysis software
We wanted to know if we can use video analysis software with a work injury risk assessment tool to analyze firefighter work tasks. Read More
A scoping review of musculoskeletal injuries in firefighters
A presentation on the extent and nature of published research on musculoskeletal injuries in firefighters. Read More
Evaluating the reliability of the Ovako Working Posture Assessment System (OWAS) to characterize firefighter injury risk using Dartfish video analysis software
A presentation on the reliability of using a risk assessment tool with a video analysis software to analyze firefighting tasks. Read More
Sex differences in firefighter physiological response and task performance strategies
This poster presented differences in how male and female firefighters performed and physically reacted during two firefighting tasks. Read More
Prevalence And Distribution Of Musculoskeletal Disorders In Firefighters Are Influenced By Age And Tenure
This poster presented the most common musculoskeletal disorders reported by firefighters from southwestern Ontario. Read More
Utilizing a Digital Video Analysis Approach to Identify and Model the Firefighter Lower Extremity Postures During Lift Task
This poster presented the use of Dartfish video analysis software to analyze firefighters' hip and knee movements when they lifted a high-rise pack. Read More
Movement Analysis of Firefighters using Gaming and Simulation Technology [Video]
The results of a study that used gaming and simulation technology (Microsoft Kinect, Jack) to ergonomically assess firefighters in their training environment are presented in this 51-minute video. Read More
The cost and distribution of firefighter injuries in a large Canadian Fire Department
A study that analyzed the types and costs of work-related musculoskeletal injuries claims filed in 2012 by firefighters in Alberta. Read More
Physical fitness improvements and occupational low-back loading – an exercise intervention study with firefighters
A study that compared different exercise programmes as low-back injury prevention strategies for firefighters.
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