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http://dx.doi.org/10.5143/JESK.2013.32.6.549

Effect of Working Posture on the Productivity and Perceived Discomfort while Drilling on the Ceiling

Yoon, Tae-Lim (Applied Kinesiology and Ergonomic Technology Laboratory, Department of Physical Therapy, The Graduate School, Yonsei University)
Yoon, Jangwhon (Department of Physical Therapy, Dongshin University)

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Journal of the Ergonomics Society of Korea / v.32, no.6, 2013 , pp. 549-555 More about this Journal

Abstract

Objective: The purpose of this study was to compare the performance of drilling on the ceiling in three different postures (standing, standing on the ladder and supine on the height adjusted board) and the subjective responses of perceived discomfort after the drilling. Background: Overhead work has been identified as a major occupational risk factor and has been a main research subject. Method: Ten young participants drilled 20 holes at the pre-marked places on the ceiling in three different postures. The drilling duration, resting and drilling heart rate were measured. The levels of perceived discomfort at neck, shoulder, elbow, hand and overall body were asked at the end of each task. Results: The working posture affected the heart rate after the drilling. Perceived discomfort in the neck decreased significantly in supine compared to drilling on the ladder. Conclusion: The results of this study suggest that drilling in supine can be an alternative way to reduce the drilling heart rate and the level of perceived discomfort in the neck without sacrificing the productivity. Application: The results of this study would be considered when drilling on the ceiling is required in construction workers.

Keywords

Construction; Drilling; Perceived discomfort; Productivity;

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