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Ethics code: اخلاق IR.USWR.REC.1396.185

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Background and Objectives :One of the harmful factors in the workplace is the lack of ergonomics, which leads to musculoskeletal disorders in the workplace. The purpose of this research is musculoskeletal disorders and ergonomic design of the separation unit workstation in a tile factory.

Methods : This study was conducted in a descriptive-analytical manner. In this study, various activities that together constitute the job were first identified using the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) method. Using the body map questionnaire and the stress index, the pain pattern and workload focused on the hands of the employees were determined. Also, using the Rolla method, posture assessment was performed on the workers and the Rolla score was determined. Finally, according to the results, ergonomic suggestions were planned and presented

Results : Based on the results of the study, it was shown that most people had pain in the lower and upper back, which had a great impact on the work capacity of the people. Pain in the lower legs and buttocks of the studied people had a significant relationship. The highest SI was related to the left hand with an average of 3.67 ± 0.73.
Conclusion: Musculoskeletal disorders are aggravated by factors such as inappropriate workstation. Using the body map questionnaire and stress index, pain pattern and RULA assessment method, the situation can be examined and recommended solutions can be provided.
 
Article number: 7
     
Type of Study: Research Article | Subject: Ergonomics

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