Ergonomics in the Workplace for a Better Quality of Work Life

Afroz, Saman; Haque, Mohammad Israrul

doi:10.1007/978-981-15-9054-2_57

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“…Furniture distribution and space layout also impact the Quality of Work Life (QWL) [75]. The widespread open office plans aiming to enhance collaboration and interactions have faced much criticism [76].…”

Section: Quality Of Work Life (Qwl)mentioning

confidence: 99%

“…[ 73,74] Furniture distribution and space layout also impact the Quality of Work Life (QWL). [75] In terms of user satisfaction and work performance, green or sustainable buildings have different quality criteria than conventional buildings, with users in green buildings rating air quality, thermal comfort, and overall satisfaction higher than those in conventional buildings.…”

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Exploring the Spatial Dimensions of Social Sustainability in the Workplace through the Lens of Interior Architects in Jordan

Altamimi¹,

Iranmanesh²,

Denerel³

2023

Buildings

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In both industry and academia, sustainability has become a priority in the interior design and architecture industry, having a significant impact on society. However, most recent studies on building sustainability focus mainly on environmental and economic issues, with social sustainability often being complicated and overlooked in relevant research. This paper argues that there is a need for workplace design guidance that prioritizes parameters at the intersection of twenty-first-century workforce–corporate interests, embodying the notion of social sustainability within the built environment. Through this perspective, the physical environment is considered the container of its social content, and its features and characteristics have a direct impact on the quality of life and work for office workers. Although international currents in the age of globalization have stimulated tangible progress in the context of sustainability, the interior design of most design and architecture offices in Jordan suffers from an underrepresentation of the distinctive features of socially sustainable, user-welcoming interior spaces and environments. The current study explores the experiences of interior design professionals in Jordan through four windows of “Physiological Health and Comfort”, “Efficiency and Ergonomics”, “Privacy and Social Interaction”, and “Spatial Organization (Design)” from a quantitative perspective. A survey was developed to investigate these criteria and was administered among 145 full-time design professionals working in offices in Amman, Jordan. The study aimed to investigate the experiences of these practitioners in relation to their office work environment, with a focus on exploring Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ), Quality of Work Life (QWL), and Quality of Life (QoL) from the perspective of social sustainability. Descriptive statistics, correlations, and regression models were employed to analyze the survey data and evaluate the findings. Overall, the study highlights the need for theoretical and practical incentives to promote the adoption of socially sustainable development in workplace design, particularly in the context of interior design in Jordan. By focusing on the experiences of interior design professionals with their workplace environment, this study provides valuable insights for the development of workplace design guidelines that prioritize social sustainability parameters within the built environment.

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Section: Quality Of Work Life (Qwl)mentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Main Subjectmentioning

confidence: 99%

Exploring the Spatial Dimensions of Social Sustainability in the Workplace through the Lens of Interior Architects in Jordan

Altamimi¹,

Iranmanesh²,

Denerel³

2023

Buildings

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“…The study by Gaur (2020) showed that ergonomics has influenced employee engagement in the banking sector of India. The change includes the application of online training, technology-driven work and working in virtual teams (Afroz and Haque, 2021).…”

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The influence of COVID-19 on employee ergonomics and employee engagement of banking employees

Kulkarni

Appasaba

Nishchitha³

2022

MANM

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PurposeThe paper aims to provide insights into the influence of COVID-19 on employee engagement and ergonomics in the banking sector. The purpose of this study is understood from the perspective of impact of the pandemic on banking employees.Design/methodology/approachData for the study are collected from the employees working in the banking sector of India. The study applied the partial least squares (PLS) method of analysis to understand the relationship between employee engagement and ergonomics in the banking sector.FindingsThe findings of the study suggest results with regards to change in the perception of the employees in the bank and its influence on the work ergonomics due to pandemic. The findings indicate that banks need to develop measures and strategies for improving employee engagement programs and work ergonomics at banks.Research limitations/implicationsThe study is confined to the banking employees working in a specific region. Therefore, future research could focus more on the influence of Covid-19 on the organizational culture of the banking system and provide insight into this direction of research.Practical implicationsThis study provides directions for human resource management for developing effective practices for improving the performance of the employees in the banking sector.Social implicationsThis study offers support to the banking sector by providing insights into how it can improve the working environment and, thereby, enhance working in the banking sector.Originality/valueThis is the study that attempts to provide insights into how ergonomics is important for working in the banking sector, especially during a pandemic. The findings provide important implications for the banking sector and improve work ergonomics.

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“…Ergonomic office design reduces postural stress, increases productivity in the company, increases job satisfaction, and improves work-life balance [10,11]. The study of digital prototypes in a virtual environment reduces development and design time costs [12].…”

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confidence: 99%

Digital Ergonomics—The Reliability of the Human Factor and Its Impact on the Maintenance of Aircraft Brakes and Wheels

Hovanec,

Korba,

Al-Rabeei

et al. 2024

Machines

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This paper presents the development and use of digital tools in the maintenance processes and ergonomics of work systems in the aerospace industry. The Industry 4.0 strategy aims to ensure the reliability of the human factor throughout the entire lifecycle of the maintenance process in the aerospace industry. Based on the requirement placed on the digital model of the working environment obtained from the 3D scanner data, an advanced software solution from TECNOMATIX, namely the TX JACK software 16.1.0 module, was used. The investigated digital ergonomic model, with two variants of workers with anthropometrically different weights, is the subject of analysis and simulation of the maintenance work process in an aerospace organization. Furthermore, the research also shows how the workers of maintenance and repair organizations are willing to develop their own knowledge and skills. The aviation industry should invest in the development of reliable software and hardware, improve safety at the level of digital ergonomics and the quality of jobs involving digitalization, and offer appropriate training for safety and quality personnel. The aim of this paper is to ensure the reliability of the human factor in the maintenance process and, consequently, to ensure technical safety by means of innovative tools in practice. The findings suggest that the investigated TESTER-STEND model with high-end adjustable pistons will improve ergonomics, worker performance, and work safety as a whole.

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Ergonomics in the Workplace for a Better Quality of Work Life

Cited by 11 publications

References 1 publication

Exploring the Spatial Dimensions of Social Sustainability in the Workplace through the Lens of Interior Architects in Jordan

Exploring the Spatial Dimensions of Social Sustainability in the Workplace through the Lens of Interior Architects in Jordan

The influence of COVID-19 on employee ergonomics and employee engagement of banking employees

Digital Ergonomics—The Reliability of the Human Factor and Its Impact on the Maintenance of Aircraft Brakes and Wheels

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