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Ergonomic Risk Analysis Using Various Ergonomic Assessment Tools to Reduce the Risk of Musculoskeletal Disorders (Msds): A Case Study in Construction Industry
Abstract: As construction workers are often exposed to ergonomic risks, an accurate ergonomic risk analysis for job design is necessary to mitigate risks and consequently improve productivity. Ergonomic risks, which include musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), cumulative trauma disorders, repetitive strain injuries, and repetitive motion injuries, are a major cause of occupational illness. The purpose of this paper is to identify the actual and potential hazards associated with Plastic mortar preparation, metal cutting, …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 33–63 Read article
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Ergonomic Design and Intervention of a Chapati Making Machine
Abstract: An ergonomic analysis of a chapati maker can provide valuable insights into the design and use of the device, and can help to identify opportunities to improve the safety and efficiency of work practices. Workers use Chapati maker throughout the day, which can cause a variety of musculoskeletal disorders. Musculoskeletal disorders caused by the individual's job are one of the main issues since they have a significant negative influence on …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Study and Analysis of Body Postures Using Ergonomic Assessment Tools in Drilling Operations
Abstract: Ergonomics is one among the major factor that is curiously viewed by the modern world. Musculoskeletal disorder and awkward posture are the two dominant issues in ergonomics. The paper aims at studying and analyzing various musculoskeletal disorders, body postures, and other ergonomic aspects in vertical drilling operation in a laboratory work place using engineering students. Drilling is an operation in which ergonomic issues arise. Drilling is the most common operation …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 28–42 Read article