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The ergonomic assessment of cycle rickshaw operators using Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) tool and Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) tool

Gorde Mahesh S., Borade Atul B.

System Safety : Human - Technical Facility - Environment

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2019

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Vol. 1, nr 1

219--225

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In India, the population of about eight lacks people who are engaged in riding cycle rickshaw as an occupation. It is an unorganized sector of India. A cycle rickshaw is a modified form of bicycle which is the cheapest mode of transportation for carrying passengers, luggage and goods. Many tasks connected with this occupation are associated with strenuous body postures, and some body movements typical for this job which, when combined with a heavy load, result in frequent work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs).Working postures were analyzed by means of Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) tool and Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) tool in order to determine the area of discomfort. The outcome of the research is beneficial for manufactures of cycle rickshaws and similar products well as users of such products, including cycle rickshaw operators. Some suggestions were given to have increase the comfort and safety level.

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Psychosocial and Individual Characteristics and Musculoskeletal Complaints Among Clinical Laboratory Workers

Sadeghian F., Kasaeian A., Noroozi P., Vatani J., Taiebi S. H.

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics

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2014

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Vol. 20, No. 2

355--361

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Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are an important health problem among healthcare workers, including clinical laboratory ones. The aim of the present study was to investigate the prevalence of MSDs and individual and psychosocial risk factors among clinical laboratory workers. A cross-sectional study was carried out among 156 workers of 30 clinical laboratories in 3 towns of Iran. The Nordic questionnaire with individual and psychosocial risk factors was used to collect data. Multiple logistic regression analysis was performed. The prevalence of reported MSDs among the study population was 72.4% in the past 12 months. The most prevalent MSDs were pain in the lower back and neck; 42.7% and 33.3%, respectively. Significant relations were found between MSDs and age, gender, heavy work at home and job control (p < .05). MSDs among laboratory workers were high and associated with age, gender, heavy work at home and job control. More research into measuring these factors and workplace physical demands is suggested.

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A Quasi-Experimental Study of the Effects of the Erggi Action Model of Musculoskeletal Symptoms and VDU Working Conditions Among University Staff

Tiainen S., Ropponen A., Louhevaara V.

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics

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2014

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Vol. 20, No. 4

617--626

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Purpose. The aim of this study was to investigate musculoskeletal symptoms and working conditions of university workers with and without contact with an Erggi action model. Methods. A quasi-experimental and longitudinal field study design examined effects of the Erggi action model with 3 types of questionnaires filled by 1000 university workers. The statistical analyses used logistic regression. Results. Subjects who had contact with the Erggi action model had a higher probability of weekly musculoskeletal symptoms impairing their work, perceived more possibilities to influence their musculoskeletal symptoms and had lower risk for sick leave compared to those without contact with the Erggi action model. Conclusions. The Erggi action model increases the probability of influencing workers’ musculoskeletal symptoms, decreases the number of sick leave and increases awareness of musculoskeletal symptoms and working conditions.

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Profilaktyka dolegliwości mięśniowo-szkieletowych w kontekście psychospołecznych aspektów pracy

Bugajska J., Żołnierczyk-Zreda D., Hildt-Ciupińska K.

Bezpieczeństwo Pracy : nauka i praktyka

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2011

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nr 4

12-15

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W artykule podjęto próbę holistycznego spojrzenia na problem zaburzeń mięśniowo-szkieletowych. Obecnie przypuszcza się, że wiele czynników może mieć wpływ na schorzenia w obrębie tego układu. Największe jednak ryzyko stwarzają czynniki psychospołeczne pracy. W związku z tym, opracowano zalecenia dotyczące organizacji środowiska psychospołecznego pracy w kontekście profilaktyki dolegliwości mięśniowo-szkieletowych.

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In this article authots endeavor to take a holistic look on the musculoskeletal ailmenis problematic. Many factors are currently assumed to have an impact on such illnesses within the mentioned system. The biggest risk, however, seems to be caused by psychosocial work conditions. As a result of such notion, recommendations regarding psychosodal work environment organization have been prepared in the aspect of musculoskeletal ailment prophylaxis.