The association between ergonomics risk assessment and musculoskeletal disorders among selected industrial sectors in Malaysia

Mohd Shawal, Muhammad Fitri Aqil (2024) The association between ergonomics risk assessment and musculoskeletal disorders among selected industrial sectors in Malaysia. [Project Paper] (Submitted)

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Abstract

Objective: The manufacturing industry is now one of the most substantial and influential economic sectors in the country, contributing significantly to its growth. Meanwhile, Malaysia's transportation sector is a dynamic and critical component of the country's business, serving as a vital link between Malaysia and the rest of the globe. Workers who work in the high-demand industries especially these two (2) industries may causes them becoming more susceptible to the development of Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) if there are no mitigation measures implement in the companies. Hence, ergonomics issues and MSDs cases in Malaysia's manufacturing and transport industries are critical for safeguarding the health and safety of its workers. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted from June 2023 to September 2023 at two (2) industries across the peninsular Malaysia which are manufacturing and transportation. A total of 70 industrial workers that meet the inclusion criteria of this study have completed a set of questionnaires which focuses on sociodemographic, occupational, health information and Cornell Musculoskeletal Disorders Questionnaire (CMDQ) which may have detrimental effects on Musculoskeletal Discomfort. The Ergonomics Risk Assessment (ERA) was assessed using Initial Excel ERA. The data obtained was analyzed using SPSS. Result: Descriptive analysis shows the prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) was 55.7% from sample population. The most common ergonomics risk factors that both industries workers exposed was awkward posture, static and sustained posture, forceful exertion, repetitive motion and environmental factors such as lighting, temperature and noise. Besides, the result of fisher exact test with the value p<0.05 demonstrate the risk factors such as awkward posture, static and sustained posture, forceful exertion, and repetitive motion had significant association with the development of Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs). Conclusion: The findings show that the prevalence of MSDs across two industries was 55.7% at any body parts and there are four ergonomics risk factors that can contribute to Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) occurrence which are awkward posture, static and sustained posture, forceful exertion, and repetitive motion. Keywords: ergonomics, musculoskeletal disorders, manufacturing, transportation

Item Type:	Project Paper
Faculty:	Faculty of Medicine and Health Science
Depositing User:	Ms Norafizah Radzuan
Date Deposited:	28 Apr 2025 08:08
Last Modified:	08 May 2025 06:49
URI:	http://psaspb.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/2359

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