Selected Bibliography
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Referencing & Citation, by Megan Tranter
OSH Bibliography and Reference List, information provided by UWS (PDF, 2.7MB)
Action Research, Sankaran, S. (1996) Action research bibliography
An action research bibliography (PDF). An annotated bibliography on action research,
including qualitative research and program evaluation. Source: Dick, B. (1993) Action research bibliography [On line]. Available at http://www.scu.edu.au/schools/gcm/ar/arp/biblio.htmlAction Research: recent books on action research and related topics
Constructivism, an annotated bibliography by Annie and John Selden, November, 1996
Economic Issues - safety costs, compensation, insurance, etc.
Ergonomics - Ergonomics Reference Books and Manuals
Ergonomics - Large Ergonomics Bibliography [Over 3000 references] . A-B . C-D . E-F . G-H . I-J . K-L . M-N . O-P . Q-R . S-T . U-V . W-Z
Expertise, K. Anders Ericsson, Brief biographical description with a listing of scientific papers. 08/02
Experiential Learning Theory (pdf: 144 pages)
Delphi Technique, A Sampler of Recent Studies Using the Delphi Technique,
by Tanya Kalmanovitch and Tim RogersFire Safety, Fire Safety Institute
Forklift Safety Bibliography by Lucinda J. Fuller. This bibliography of forklift safety research encompasses a wealth of safety-related material, covering the years 1925 through 1997. The collection includes government and industry standards, research reports, periodical articles, accident statistics, and operator training materials. [PDF]
Qualitative Research Bibliography
Research Bibliography, by the Research Resources Committee, Library Research Section, MLA. Updated in 1999 by Leslie M. Behm, Jana Allcock, Kristin Stoklosa
Safety Audit 02, Cecilia Fung, December 2000
Theory Building 1997, Centre for Positive Practices (Online)
Safety Management 02, KT Leung, December 2000
Work Environment and Workforce
Links to Other Bibliographic Database
ErgoWeb - "Applied Ergonomics" Table of Contents And Abstracts (1990-96)
ErgoWeb - "Ergonomics in Design" Table of Contents (1993-96)
ErgoWeb - "Ergonomics" Table of Contents (1990-96)
ErgoWeb - "Human Factors" Table Of Contents (1990-96)
ErgoWeb - "International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics" Table of Contents (1990-96)
ErgoWeb - "Occupational Safety And Ergonomics" Table of Contents (1995-96)
NORA - Selected Bibliography for the National Occupational Research Agenda
RISK: Health, Safety & Environment. Articles and Comments by Title. Franklin Law Centre. The sit covers approximately half of an annotated index, cumulative through volume 8, no. 4 (October 1997), of articles that have been published in "RISK".
New Entries
[Pending re-classification]
Parker KG, Imbus HR (1992). Cumulative Trauma Disorders, Current issues and Ergonomic solutions: A systems approach. Lewis Publishers, USA.
ILO (1990). International Data on Anthropometry. Occupational Safety and Health Series #65., Geneva.
Accident Facts, 1988 Edition, National Safety Council, pp. 32-45.
Dutton, C. (1988). Make Foot Protection a Hit. Safety and Health , Vol. 138, No. 5, November, 1988. pp. 30-33.
Ellis, J. N. & Howard B.L. (1988). Introduction to Fall Protection . American Society of Safety Engineers.
Goldsmith, A. (1988). Natural Walking, Unnatural Falls. Safety and Health , Vol. 138, No. 5, December, 1988. pp. 44-47.
McElroy, F. (ed.) (1980). Accident Prevention Manual for Industrial Operations , 7th ed. National Safety Council.
Peter, R. (1985). Fallsafe: Reducing Injuries From Slips and Falls. Professional Safety , Vol. 30, No. 10, October, 1985. pp. 15-18.
Peter, R. (1985). How to Prevent Falling Injuries. National Safety and Health News , Vol. 132, No. 4, October, 1985. pp. 87-91.
Strachta, B.J. (1987). Keep Fall Costs Down. Safety and Health , Vol. 135, No. 4, April, 1987. pp. 30-32.
Waller, J.A. (1985). Injury Control: A Guide to the Causes and Prevention of Trauma . Lexington Books. 1985.
Delisle, A., Gagnon, M., & Desjardins, P. (1996). Load Acceleration and Footstep Strategies in Asymmetrical Lifting and Lowering. International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, Volume 2, Number 3, 1996. p. 185.
Imbeau, D., Paques, J.J., Bergeron, S. and Bourbonniere, R. (1996). Comparison of Two Methods for Judging Distances Near Overhead Power Lines. Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, Volume 2, Number 3, 1996. p. 196.
Kyu, S.K. (1996). Optimum Design for Emergency Stop Button on Robot Teach Pendants. Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, Volume 2, Number 3, 1996. p. 212.
Rice, V.J., Nindl, B. & Pentikis, J.S. (1996). Dental Workers, Musculoskeletal Cumulative Trauma, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Who is at Risk? A Pilot Study. Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, Volume 2, Number 3, 1996. p. 218.
Dzwiarek, M. (1996). A Method for Response Time Measurement of Electrosensitive Protective Devices. Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, Volume 2, Number 3, 1996. p. 234.
Niczyporuk, Z.T. (1996). Safety Management in Coal Mines - Risk Assessment. Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, Volume 2, Number 3, 1996. p. 243.
Kayis, B. & Kothiyal, K. (1996). A Multilevel Approach to Manual Lifting in Manufacturing Industries. Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, Volume 2, Number 3, 1996. p. 251.
Pekkarinen, A., Anttonen, H. & Niskanen, J. (1996). Assessment of Health Risks in Canteen Kitchens. Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, Volume 2, Number 3, 1996. p. 262.
Organisational Learning
http://learning.mit.edu/res/wp/10011.html (April 11, 1998)Schein, E.H.(1997). "Three Cultures of Management: The Key to Organizational Learning in the 21st Century". The Society for Organizational Learning. Available WWW:
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