A Computerized Tool for Education and Training on Ergonomic Risk Evaluation

• Autorzy: Lasota A. M. , Baron-Polańczyk E.

Identyfikatory

DOI

10.2478/mape-2018-0096

• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

In the light of the challenges of the Industry 4.0 the weight of safety and health, and ergonomics are rising. Nowadays one of the common problem in industry are work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs). Therefore, an ergonomic risk evaluation is crucial as well the knowledge and education in this area. This paper presents a computerized tool for ergonomic education on ergonomic risk evaluation at the workplace. The tool based on quick exposure check pen and paper technique and Excel spreadsheet environment. It is easy to use and assists students in the evaluation of real as well of simulated workplaces. The proposed tool includes a few integrated parts: background description, students - observer’s and worker’s evaluation and results with visual interpretation. The preliminary evaluation of the Excel tool was carried out by students. It showed that it is useful and easy in use. And the students' opinions on the computerized tool for ergonomic risk evaluation are very encouraging and promise what was presented in this study.

Słowa kluczowe

EN

ergonomics; QEC; risk; training; education

• Wydawca: STE GROUP ; De Gruyter
• Czasopismo: Multidisciplinary Aspects of Production Engineering
• Rocznik: 2018
• Tom: Vol. 1, Iss. 1
• Strony: 759--765
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 20 poz., fig.

Twórcy

autor

Lasota A. M.

• University of Zielona Gora, Poland

autor

Baron-Polańczyk E.

• University of Zielona Gora, Poland

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Uwagi

Opracowanie rekordu ze środków MNiSW, umowa Nr 461252 w ramach programu "Społeczna odpowiedzialność nauki" - moduł: Popularyzacja nauki i promocja sportu (2021).