Ergonomic Assessment of Musculoskeletal Disorders Risk by Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) Technique in a PorcelainManufacturing Factory.

comparative assessment of upper limbs musculoskeletal disorders by rapid upper limb assessment among computer users of zahedan universities

conclusions the potential risk and prevalence of ulmsds among computer users of medical sciences university were less than those of technical-engineering university due to following ergonomic principles. rula found to be a proper method for the assessment of the ergonomic risk factors of the ulmsds in order to prevent such disorders. background along with widespread use of computers, work-relat...

Ergonomic Assessment of Musculoskeletal Disorders' Risk Factors in Construction Workers Using Cornell Questionnaire and WERA Method

Introduction: With regard to high prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders in the construction industry workers, the aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders and their relevant risk factors in workers of a construction factory. Methods: This descriptive-analytical cross-sectional study was conducted in 2019. In this regard, 150 workers were selected from ...

evaluation of upper limb musculoskeletal loads due to posture, repetition, and force by rapid upper limb assessment in a textile factory

Ergonomic Evaluation of Office Staff by Rapid Office Strain Assessment Method and Its Relationship with the Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders

  Background & objectives: In recent years, the rapid growth of technology and the use of computers have affected almost all office work stations. Musculoskeletal disorders are very common among administrative staff. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the ergonomic status and prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders in office staff affiliated to Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Scienc...

A Comparative Study of NERPA, RULA and LUBA Methods in Predicting the Risk of Upper Limb Musculoskeletal Disorders in the Household Manufacturing Industry

Background and Objective: Work-related upper limb disorders are one of the major causes of disability in industrial workers. The aim of this study was to Comparison of three methods of NERPA, RULA and LUBA in predicting the risk of upper limb musculoskeletal disorders in the household manufacturing industry Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional study, all employed in the operational s...

Ergonomic Assessment of Risk Factors for Musculoskeletal Disorders of the Administrative Staff in Military Center Using ROSA

Introduction: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are the most common type of occupational disease and injuries in the workplace that lead to reduced productivity, efficiency, and disability of individuals especially among military personnel. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of MSDs among the administrative staff of a military center and to identify ergonomic risk factors in the occurr...