Musculoskeletal disorders due to poor ergonomic practices are an occupational safety risk
with significant consequences. There is limited research and very little practical applications
of ergonomics knowledge and principles in the construction of classrooms, school building
facilities, learning and teaching processes, curricula or organizational structures and
environments. Thus, it is probably fair to state that the current state of knowledge about
ergonomics in universities and especially in laboratories is limited. Therefore, it is critical that
computer laboratories perform risk assessment analysis and implement appropriate corrective
actions where necessary. This research project will evaluate ergonomics in the safety and
health computer lab at UCM using physical measurements, REBA, OSHA e-tool and risk
matrices. Cumulatively, this study provides value-added analytical tools for academic and
professional settings and evaluates the state of ergonomics while providing tools and methods
to reduce injury and promote comfort and health.
Musculoskeletal disorders due to poor ergonomic practices are an occupational safety risk
with significant consequences. There is limited research and very little practical applications
of ergonomics knowledge and principles in the construction of classrooms, school building
facilities, learning and teaching processes, curricula or organizational structures and
environments. Thus, it is probably fair to state that the current state of knowledge about
ergonomics in universities and especially in laboratories is limited. Therefore, it is critical that
computer laboratories perform risk assessment analysis and implement appropriate corrective
actions where necessary. This research project will evaluate ergonomics in the safety and
health computer lab at UCM using physical measurements, REBA, OSHA e-tool and risk
matrices. Cumulatively, this study provides value-added analytical tools for academic and
professional settings and evaluates the state of ergonomics while providing tools and methods
to reduce injury and promote comfort and health.
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