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Job Redesign Needs for Aged Workers
Mitsuyuki Kawakami1, Fumihiko Inoue2, Takao Ohkubo3
1a Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Technology , Japan.
International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics : JOSE
|December 22, 1999
Summary
Workplace redesign can improve efficiency for aging workers. Job elements were modified to reduce handling difficulties, showing the need for age-adjusted work measurement methods.
Area of Science:
- Ergonomics
- Industrial Engineering
- Occupational Health
Background:
- The aging workforce presents unique challenges in industrial settings.
- Optimizing workplace design is crucial for maintaining productivity and worker well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose workplace redesign strategies for aging workers.
- To identify job elements that pose difficulties for older employees.
Main Methods:
- Observational study of workers performing assembly operations.
- Measurement of time motion elements and cycle times.
- Comparison of motion characteristics between elderly and young workers.
Main Results:
- Identified specific job redesign elements to mitigate handling difficulties for aged workers.
- Highlighted the need for adjustments in Method Time Measurement (MTM) based on object weight.
Conclusions:
- Workplace modifications can enhance the performance of aging workers.
- Age-specific adjustments in work measurement systems are necessary for accurate evaluation.