Specifications

2-2 Magellan

8500Xt Scanner

Figure 2-1. The Scanner/Scale Family

Model 8503 Model 8504

Model 8505

EAS

Pre-Installation Considerations

It should be noted that the scope of this manual does not encompass all

factors related to worker safety and checkstand design. It does, however,

offer a list of considerations that may be helpful in ensuring greater safety

and productivity. Careful planning using these general guidelines should

result in a more efficient, comfortable work environment.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the incidence of repetitive

motion injuries has incr

eased dramatically in recent years. Checkstand

design and scanner installation and operation procedures can reduce the

risk of repetitive motion injuries, but not eliminate it.

Although there are currently no formal guidelines for

checkstand ergo-

nomics, the Food Marketing Institute (FMI) and the National Institute of

ccupational Safety (NIOSH) of the Department of Health and Human

Services have released the reports listed at the end of these recommenda-

tions. These reports contain useful suggestions for ergonomic improve-

ment of checkstand designs and scanner installation, maintenance and

usag

e. Portions of the reports are summarized below. For copies of the

complete reports, or to inquire about any modifications to the recommen-

dations, contact FMI and NIOSH at the

addresses listed at the end of

these recommendations.