Health in the workplace with ergonomic approach
Sufferings from neck pain, back pain and many other work related musculoskeletal disorders like tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome and tennis elbow are very common among many corporate officials and workers at different office and industries. This is specifically a problem in garments industries, tanneries and textile factories in Bangladesh.
All these musculoskeletal problems could lead to further bad consequences in terms of physical problems, productivity and emotional well-being for the workers. Accidents at workplaces affect many more lives each year. This could be reduced significantly following an ergonomic approach facilitated by an occupational therapist.
What is ergonomics?
Ergonomics is the science of fitting workplace conditions and job demands to the capabilities of employees. A practical approach to ergonomics considers the match between the person, the equipment they use, the work processes and the work environment. The benefits of ergonomic programme
-Decreased injuries and illnesses -Increased efficiency at work -Increased physical well being -Decreased absenteeism Value of ergonomics
Ergonomics can serve both the social goals (well-being) and economic goals (performance). The probability of accidents can be reduced by taking better account of human capabilities and limitations when designing work and everyday-life environments. Ergonomics has become one of the most important design factors in reducing operator error. Many works and everyday-life situations are hazardous to health. In many countries, diseases of the musculoskeletal system (mainly lower back pain) and psychological illnesses (for example, due to stress) constitute the most important causes of absence due to illness, and of occupational disability. Ergonomics can help reduce the problems by improving the working conditions. Ergonomics can contribute to the realisation of user-friendly products. For example, many products are being promoted as ergonomical suggesting comfort and pleasure during the use. Some are more effective than others. It has become a common marketing tool just to call the tool ergonomic. Mouses and keyboards for computers are two such examples of items that have been ergonomically designed, but some work better for some people than others. This is where an occupational therapist can help match the person's specific body type and needs with the device for optimal safety and comfort. At society level, ergonomics can assist in reducing costs associated with preventable health problems, work-related musculo-skeletal disorders. Conclusion
Any office, workplaces and industry can be benefited through ergonomic approaches in various ways as below: Considering the earnest need for preventing occupation related musculoskeletal disorder and accidents, improved efficiency at work and decreased absenteeism, we should introduce the ergonomic approach in the workplace promptly.
Ergonomics is the science of fitting workplace conditions and job demands to the capabilities of employees. A practical approach to ergonomics considers the match between the person, the equipment they use, the work processes and the work environment. The benefits of ergonomic programme
-Decreased injuries and illnesses -Increased efficiency at work -Increased physical well being -Decreased absenteeism Value of ergonomics
Ergonomics can serve both the social goals (well-being) and economic goals (performance). The probability of accidents can be reduced by taking better account of human capabilities and limitations when designing work and everyday-life environments. Ergonomics has become one of the most important design factors in reducing operator error. Many works and everyday-life situations are hazardous to health. In many countries, diseases of the musculoskeletal system (mainly lower back pain) and psychological illnesses (for example, due to stress) constitute the most important causes of absence due to illness, and of occupational disability. Ergonomics can help reduce the problems by improving the working conditions. Ergonomics can contribute to the realisation of user-friendly products. For example, many products are being promoted as ergonomical suggesting comfort and pleasure during the use. Some are more effective than others. It has become a common marketing tool just to call the tool ergonomic. Mouses and keyboards for computers are two such examples of items that have been ergonomically designed, but some work better for some people than others. This is where an occupational therapist can help match the person's specific body type and needs with the device for optimal safety and comfort. At society level, ergonomics can assist in reducing costs associated with preventable health problems, work-related musculo-skeletal disorders. Conclusion
Any office, workplaces and industry can be benefited through ergonomic approaches in various ways as below: Considering the earnest need for preventing occupation related musculoskeletal disorder and accidents, improved efficiency at work and decreased absenteeism, we should introduce the ergonomic approach in the workplace promptly.
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