JABATAN AGROTEKNOLOGI & BIO-INDUSTRI SESSION JUN 2016

DUW 1012 - OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH ASSESSMENT CASE STUDY

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Question 1

“Ergonomics applies information about human behaviour, abilities and limitations and other
characteristics to the design of tools, machines, tasks, jobs and environments for productive,
safe, comfortable and effective human use” (McCormick and Saunders 1993).

A number of factors play a role in Ergonomics; these include body posture and movement
(sitting, standing, lifting, pulling and pushing), and environmental factors (noise, lighting,
temperature, humidity). (Dul et al 1993).

Standing for a long period can cause swelling of the lower extremities. The proper standing
position for case of prolonged standing cannot be avoided. Draw the figure and Describe why
the standing position in the figure is considered good for worker.

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