Study of Awareness of Ergonomic Principles in Small Scale Industrial Workers

Abstract

Background : Industrial workers due to their long working hours which exposes them to various

musculoskeletal and cardiopulmonary disorders. Long working hours and lack of proper health related

guidelines to be followed during work they often overuse themselves which hampers their body mechanics

and quality of life. studies have proved that ergonomic advice for low back pain and neck pain have improved

satisfactorily the work capacity of the individuals. As far as authors knowledge, there is paucity in the

literature targeting the awareness of ergonomic advice for industrial workers in rural areas, hence this study

is been undertaken.

Objectives : To identify ergonomic awareness of musculoskeletal disorders in small scale industrial workers

and To identify ergonomic awareness towards respiratory disorders during work in small scale industrial

workers.

Results : 42% of people are aware about the necessary workplace health and safety training when starting

job and there is a regular communication between employees and management about safety issue, 50%

people are clear about their rights and responsibilities in relation to workplace health and safety and 47%

people fell free to voice their concerns or make suggestions about workplace health and safety

Conclusion : After carrying out a study of awareness of ergonomic principles in small scale industrial

workers, we found out that industrial workers in small scale industries in india lack awareness about the

occupational hazards and various safety regulations that are enacted in the betterment of employees.