Megan D. Scherrer & David A. Wilder. (2008).
Training to increase safe tray carrying among cocktail servers.
Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis,
41, 131-135.
We evaluated the effects of training on proper carrying techniques among
3 cocktail servers to increase safe tray carrying on the job and reduce
participants’ risk of developing musculoskeletal disorders. As participants
delivered drinks to their tables, their finger, arm, and neck positions were
observed and recorded. Each participant received individual safety training
that focused on proper carrying positions and techniques after baseline data
were collected. A multiple baseline design across participants was used to
evaluate the effects of the safety training. Results showed that the training
increased safe carrying for all 3 participants.
DESCRIPTORS: safety, servers, training, tray carrying