Journal of Ergonomics
Open Access
ISSN: 2165-7556
+44 1300 500008
ISSN: 2165-7556
+44 1300 500008
Sandul Yasobant
Department of Research, Indian Institute of Public Health Gandhinagar, Sardar Patel Institute Campus, Ahmedabad, Gujarat- 380054,
India
Research Article
Are Bus Drivers at an Increased Risk for Developing Musculoskeletal Disorders?
An Ergonomic Risk Assessment Study
Author(s): Sandul Yasobant, Madhan Chandran and Endreddy Manikanta ReddySandul Yasobant, Madhan Chandran and Endreddy Manikanta Reddy
Background: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs), especially low back pain and neck pain cause substantial socio-economic losses. Professional drivers are particularly at high risk for developing back pain and neck pain from prolonged sitting and vehicular vibration. This study assesses ergonomic exposure on the developmental risk of WMSDs among bus drivers.Methodology: total of 280 male drivers with acute body pain in any region were randomly selected for the study, and ergonomic information on driver’s seat was collected using a validated questionnaire. Then the exposure and risks of developing WMSDS were assessed using Quick Exposure Check (QEC), Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA), Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) and Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ).Results: The.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2165-7556.S3-011