대한인간공학회지 (Journal of the Ergonomics Society of Korea)

  • 제32권4호
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  • Pages.397-403
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  • 2013
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  • 1229-1684(pISSN)
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  • 2093-8462(eISSN)
대한인간공학회 (Ergonomics Society of Korea)
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Ergonomic Evaluation of Some University Laboratories

  • Lee, Yun Keun (Wonjin Institute for Occupational and Environmental Health) ;
  • Lee, Ik Mo (Department of Chemistry, Inha University) ;
  • Park, Jeongim (Department of Environmental Health Science, Soonchunhyang University) ;
  • Yoon, Chung Sik (School of Public Health, Seoul National University) ;
  • Rhie, Kwang Won (Department of Safety Health Engineering, Hoseo University) ;
  • Park, Hee Sok (Department of Industrial Engineering, Hongik University)
  • 투고 : 2013.05.09
  • Accepted : 2013.07.30
  • Published : 2013.08.31
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Abstract

Objective: This article aims to report the results of ergonomic evaluation of some university laboratories. Background: Laboratory researchers are at risk for musculoskeletal injuries during routine laboratory procedures. However, little attention has paid to the working conditions of laboratory researchers, especially in Korea. Method: A checklist and questionnaire was developed and used to analyze the work conditions of 27 laboratories of chemistry, biology and pharmacy. Results: It was found that glove box, clean bench, and computer workstation are better than microscopy, and fume hood tasks, from ergonomic point of view. Conclusion: No domestic guideline is available for ergonomic intervention of laboratories. Further attention and studies are anticipated to improve the working conditions of laboratories.

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