A Review on Ergonomics Risk Factors and Health Effects Associated with Manual Materials Handling

被引:5
作者
Al Amin, M. S. [1 ]
Nuradilah, Z. [1 ]
Isa, H. [1 ]
Akramin, Nor M. [1 ]
Febrian, I [1 ]
Taufik [1 ]
机构
[1] Univ Teknikal Malaysia Melaka UTeM, Durian Tunggal 76100, Melaka, Malaysia
来源
CURRENT TRENDS IN ERGONOMICS | 2013年 / 10卷
关键词
Manual materials handling; ergonomics risk factors; health effects; MUSCLE FATIGUE; CONTRACTION; PERFORMANCE; FORCE; TIMES; WORK;
D O I
10.4028/www.scientific.net/AEF.10.251
中图分类号
T [工业技术];
学科分类号
08 ;
摘要
In the industrial workplaces, manual materials handling is a necessity for the workers. However, improper materials handling technique can contribute to occupational injuries. The objective of this paper is to provide information on ergonomics risk factors and health effects associated with manual materials handling. Ergonomics risk factors include awkward posture, excessive load, and extreme temperature has been identified as main contributors to poor occupational health in manual materials handling activities.
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页码:251 / 256
页数:6
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