Posture Targeting: A Technique for Recording Working Postures

Corlett, E.N.; Madeley, S. J.; Manenica, Ilija

doi:10.1080/00140137908924619

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“…A target comprises four concentric circles -similar to polar coordinates -representing angles of 45º, 90º, and 135º deviations from the neutral, center position. Deviations are marked by a cross on targets, which shows the frequency of postures during the observed period (27). Field observations have been compared with observations made from simultaneous photographs (27).…”

Section: Ergonomic Analysis (Ergan Formerly Arban)mentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Deviations are marked by a cross on targets, which shows the frequency of postures during the observed period (27). Field observations have been compared with observations made from simultaneous photographs (27). However, the trial was so inadequately described that we could not evaluate validity or repeatability.…”

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Systematic evaluation of observational methods assessing biomechanical exposures at work

Takala¹,

Pehkonen²,

Forsman³

et al. 2009

Scand J Work Environ Health

464

353

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Objectives This systematic review aimed to identify published observational methods assessing biomechanical exposures in occupational settings and evaluate them with reference to the needs of different users. MethodsWe searched scientific databases and the internet for material from 1965 to September 2008. Methods were included if they were primarily based on the systematic observation of work, the observation target was the human body, and the method was clearly described in the literature. A systematic evaluation procedure was developed to assess concurrent and predictive validity, repeatability, and aspects related to utility. At least two evaluators independently carried out this evaluation. ResultsWe identified 30 eligible observational methods. Of these, 19 had been compared with some other method(s), varying from expert evaluation to data obtained from video recordings or through the use of technical instruments. Generally, the observations showed moderate-to-good agreement with the corresponding assessments made from video recordings; agreement was the best for large-scale body postures and work actions. Postures of wrist and hand as well as trunk rotation seemed to be more difficult to observe correctly. Intra-and inter-observer repeatability were reported for 7 and 17 methods, respectively, and were judged mostly to be moderate or good.good. . ConclusionsWith training, observers can reach consistent results on clearly visible body postures and work activities. Many observational tools exist, but none evaluated in this study appeared to be generally superior. When selecting a method, users should define their needs and assess how results will influence decision-making.

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Section: Ergonomic Analysis (Ergan Formerly Arban)mentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Ergonomic Analysis (Ergan Formerly Arban)mentioning

confidence: 99%

Systematic evaluation of observational methods assessing biomechanical exposures at work

Takala¹,

Pehkonen²,

Forsman³

et al. 2009

Scand J Work Environ Health

464

353

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“…The technique used was similar to that of OWAS (6, 7) and remains simpler than the methods developed by Corlett et al (20) or Keyserling (8). It allowed for an analysis of video recordings at the actual work speed and for the determination of the most strenuous phases of work, which had to be the object of further analysis.…”

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Evaluation of the physical work load of bricklayers in the steel industry.

Malchaire¹,

Rezk-Kallah²

1991

Scand J Work Environ Health

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“…부터 작업장면을 샘플링하여 작업부하 평가를 수행하는 것 이 일반화되어 있지만 (Corlett et al, 1979;Karhu et al, 1977;Shuvala and Donchin, 2005;Vedder, 1998) …”

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Comparison of Task Assessment Results between Work Sampling Scenes and Extreme Task Scenes

2008

Journal of the Ergonomics Society of Korea

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The work-related musculoskeletal disorders have constantly increased since it became an issue in 1996. In 2002, the Government established the risk factors analysis system in order to prevent musculoskeletal disorders. The proclamation by the Ministry of Labor defined eleven spheres of work associated with musculoskeletal disorders. As a result, business proprietors, who have workers engaged in tasks associated with musculoskeletal disorders, are required to conduct the risk factor analysis on a regular basis every three years. However, numerous issues have been raised while carrying out the risk factor analysis in various industries. One of the issues is that even though work sampling is an ideal method in risk factor analysis, most cases have selected extreme task postures, which is judged by an expert, due to limited time. This study will propose the desired direction of the risk factor analysis by comparing task assessment results between work sampling scenes and extreme task scenes.

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Posture Targeting: A Technique for Recording Working Postures

Cited by 150 publications

References 7 publications

Systematic evaluation of observational methods assessing biomechanical exposures at work

Systematic evaluation of observational methods assessing biomechanical exposures at work

Evaluation of the physical work load of bricklayers in the steel industry.

Comparison of Task Assessment Results between Work Sampling Scenes and Extreme Task Scenes

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