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Reducing musculoskeletal burden through ergonomic program implementation in a large newspaper.

Donald C Cole1, Sheilah Hogg-Johnson, Michael Manno

  • 1Institute for Work and Health, 481 University Avenue, Suite 800, M5G 2E9, Toronto, ON, Canada. dcole@iwh.on.ca

International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health
|June 1, 2006
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A workplace ergonomics program reduced frequent and severe musculoskeletal pain in newspaper employees. Participation in training and supervisor support were key factors in improving employee health outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Ergonomics
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) represent a significant burden in office environments.
  • Workplace ergonomic interventions aim to mitigate physical strain and improve employee well-being.
  • Understanding the relationship between program participation, risk factors, and health outcomes is crucial for effective MSD prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a workplace ergonomic program in reducing musculoskeletal burden among newspaper employees.
  • To investigate the associations between employee participation in ergonomic initiatives, changes in risk factors, and overall health status.

Main Methods:

  • Repeat cross-sectional surveys were conducted in 1996 and 2001 with a large employee cohort.

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  • The ergonomic program included repetitive strain injury (RSI) training, workstation assessments, and on-site physiotherapy.
  • Health status was measured using pain intensity and the Work-Disability of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) questionnaire.

    • Main Results:

    • A significant reduction in the proportion of employees reporting moderate to severe pain was observed between 1996 and 2001 (p=0.01).
    • Higher participation in RSI training correlated with increased decision latitude, which in turn was linked to decreased work disability (p<0.05).
    • Increased mousing time was associated with greater work disability (p<0.05), while supervisor support for RSI awareness was linked to reduced pain (p<0.01).

    Conclusions:

    • The implemented worksite ergonomics program was associated with a decrease in frequent and severe musculoskeletal pain within the newspaper workforce.
    • Employee health outcomes, particularly work disability, were influenced by a combination of program participation, risk factor modification, and organizational support.