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Participatory ergonomics applied in installation work.

Annelise M de Jong1, Peter Vink

  • 1Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences, Delft University of Technology, Division Building Engineering, The Netherlands.

Applied Ergonomics
|September 19, 2002
PubMed
Summary

A participatory approach successfully reduced musculoskeletal workload in installation work by implementing 138 new devices, with most used daily and users reporting satisfaction. Further improvements could be achieved with enhanced organizational measures and broader employee involvement.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Ergonomics
  • Workplace Intervention Studies

Background:

  • Musculoskeletal workload is a significant issue in installation work.
  • A participatory approach was implemented to address this challenge.
  • The project involved 7000 employees across the company.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate a step-by-step participatory approach for reducing musculoskeletal workload.
  • To assess the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of implemented solutions.
  • To identify areas for improvement in the participatory process.

Main Methods:

  • A steering group guided the project through defined steps: goal setting, task analysis, solution generation, user testing, and implementation.
  • Solutions were developed in group sessions and prioritized.

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  • Promising solutions were tested in real operational settings.

    • Main Results:

    • 138 devices were purchased, with 7 out of 9 used daily.
    • Users reported significant reductions in musculoskeletal loading and high satisfaction.
    • The project demonstrated cost-effectiveness within one year.

    Conclusions:

    • The participatory approach was effective in reducing musculoskeletal workload and was cost-effective.
    • Early project phases were well-organized, contributing to success.
    • Opportunities exist to enhance the impact through organizational measures and increased employee participation in later stages.