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Risk assessment of hearing loss: a case study of an ice factory in Thailand. 听力损失风险评估：以泰国一家冰厂为例。

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International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2026-10-18 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2026.2738322

Watcharaporn Wongsakoonkan, Sangmanee Yaken, Thairong Jitthaisong, Treeranut Srisunont, Chayarat Srisunont

{"title":"Risk assessment of hearing loss: a case study of an ice factory in Thailand.","authors":"Watcharaporn Wongsakoonkan, Sangmanee Yaken, Thairong Jitthaisong, Treeranut Srisunont, Chayarat Srisunont","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2738322","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2026.2738322","url":null,"abstract":"This study investigated workplace noise exposure, hearing status, factors associated with high-frequency hearing loss (HFHL) and occupational hearing risk among ice factory workers in Thailand. A cross-sectional study included 137 workers from seven ice factories in Pathum Thani Province. Workplace noise levels were measured across major production areas using the equivalent continuous sound pressure level over 8 h (LAeq,8h). Pure-tone audiometry was performed after at least 14 h of workplace noise avoidance. HFHL was defined as a binaural average hearing threshold >25 dB hearing loss at 3, 4 and 6 kHz. Logistic regression was used to identify associated factors. Workplace noise levels ranged from 82 to 92 dB(A), with 59.1% exposed to ≥85 dB(A). HFHL prevalence was 30.7%. Older age, current smoking and workplace noise exposure ≥85 dB(A) were independently associated with HFHL. Preventive measures based on the hierarchy of controls may help reduce occupational hearing risks in ice factories.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-8"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-10-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149220792","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Self-reported musculoskeletal symptoms among airport employees across multiple occupational groups: a European cross-sectional study. 多职业机场员工自我报告的肌肉骨骼症状：一项欧洲横断面研究

IF 1.8 4区医学

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2026-10-18 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2026.2739120

Marios Grigoriou, Cleo Varianou-Mikellidou, Paris Vogazianos, Georgios Boustras, Khidir M Abdelbasit

{"title":"Self-reported musculoskeletal symptoms among airport employees across multiple occupational groups: a European cross-sectional study.","authors":"Marios Grigoriou, Cleo Varianou-Mikellidou, Paris Vogazianos, Georgios Boustras, Khidir M Abdelbasit","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2739120","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2026.2739120","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives. Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are a significant challenge for companies around the globe, including airport environments. Airport studies are limited and have mostly focused on specific occupational groups, particularly baggage handlers, without considering the whole airport community. The aim of this study was to investigate self-reported musculoskeletal symptoms among airport employees across multiple occupational groups. Methods. This cross-sectional study utilized an adapted version of the Nordic musculoskeletal questionnaire (NMQ) with a pain intensity scale. The study was open to every airport employee from 35 companies who agreed to participate; 847 participants fulfilled the inclusion criteria. In addition, a focus group with seven health and safety (H&S) practitioners and three one-to-one email interviews were conducted. The qualitative data were analysed through reflexive thematic analysis (RTA). Results. The most common 12-month prevalence rates were for the neck (49.7%), lower back (47.7%) and shoulder pain (45.7%). Additionally, the results showed that females reported higher symptom prevalence and pain intensity than males. Conclusions. Airport employees' well-being may be improved through tailored ergonomic interventions, occupation-specific risk assessments, employee education and occupational health support.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-31"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-10-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149220779","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Occupational health and safety performance in the geomatics profession: the role of digital ergonomics, safety culture and international benchmarking. 测绘专业的职业健康和安全绩效：数字人体工程学、安全文化和国际基准的作用。

IF 1.8 4区医学

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2026-10-18 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2026.2732788

Fatih Taktak

{"title":"Occupational health and safety performance in the geomatics profession: the role of digital ergonomics, safety culture and international benchmarking.","authors":"Fatih Taktak","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2732788","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2026.2732788","url":null,"abstract":"This study investigates occupational health and safety (OHS) among geomatics professionals who alternate between terrain-based fieldwork and office-based digital tasks. A cross-sectional survey of 99 professionals in Uşak, Türkiye, was analyzed using descriptive statistics, Spearman correlation, multiple linear regression and strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) analysis. Slips and falls were reported by 28.1% of respondents, 37.5% considered protective equipment inadequate and 69% experienced musculoskeletal or visual discomfort during computer-based work. Although 81.3% had received OHS training, regular inspections covered only 53.1% of workplaces. Statistical analyses showed that training, equipment adequacy, ergonomic conditions, digital reporting and governance practices jointly shape OHS preparedness and perceived productivity. International benchmarking also indicated gaps in inspection coverage, equipment adequacy and digital integration. The findings demonstrate the dual physical and digital safety challenges of geomatics work and support stronger inspections, improved ergonomics, technology-oriented training, inclusive practices and sector-specific risk management for emerging geospatial technologies.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-20"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-10-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149220718","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Factors to consider in evaluating the safety performance of construction companies: the case of Ghana. 评估建筑公司安全绩效时要考虑的因素：以加纳为例。

IF 1.8 4区医学

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2026-10-18 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2026.2742747

Peter Dodzi Kwasi Agbaxode

{"title":"Factors to consider in evaluating the safety performance of construction companies: the case of Ghana.","authors":"Peter Dodzi Kwasi Agbaxode","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2742747","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2026.2742747","url":null,"abstract":"The construction industry is vital to Ghana's economic development but remains highly vulnerable to workplace safety risks. Despite regulatory provisions, including the Labour Act 2003 (Act 651), safety compliance and enforcement remain challenging. This study evaluates factors influencing construction companies' safety performance in Ghana. A quantitative research design was employed, using the relative importance index (RII) to evaluate 85 safety-related variables based on responses from 306 construction professionals. The findings show that organizational commitment, particularly formal safety management systems, leadership involvement and internal safety audits, constitutes a critical determinant of safety performance. Worker-related factors, including safety awareness, communication and competence, were also highly important. Technical execution, safety training and regulatory enforcement were identified as essential, whereas welfare incentives and economic rewards were comparatively less important. The study develops a context-specific framework for evaluating construction safety performance in Ghana, providing practical guidance for regulators, policymakers and industry stakeholders.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-12"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-10-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149220740","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Influence of an occupational soft-back exoskeleton on lumbar loads and neuromuscular stress during a simulated manual order picking task. 职业性软背外骨骼对模拟人工拣货任务中腰椎负荷和神经肌肉压力的影响。

IF 1.8 4区医学

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2026-10-07 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2026.2726686

C Thevenot, A Favennec, X Pierre, G Mornieux

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What 'undermines' safety in mining truck driving? A PLS-SEM study. 是什么“破坏”了矿用卡车驾驶的安全？PLS-SEM研究。

IF 1.8 4区医学

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2026-10-07 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2026.2734006

Navid Nadimi, Fariborz Mansourifar, Sergio A Useche

{"title":"What 'undermines' safety in mining truck driving? A PLS-SEM study.","authors":"Navid Nadimi, Fariborz Mansourifar, Sergio A Useche","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2734006","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2026.2734006","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives. Mining logistics involve substantial operational risks, yet the occurrence of incidents largely depends on drivers' behavior. Evidence linking health, attention and driving behavior in mining transportation remains limited. This study examined the relationships between these factors and major and minor incidents. Methods. Cross-sectional data were collected from 153 professional truck drivers working at the Gol Gohar mining complex in Iran. Measures encompassed driver maturity, physical/mental health, in-vehicle and environmental distractions, defensive and aggressive driving, past 3-year violations and self-reported incidents. PLS-SEM was used to analyze relationships. Results. In-vehicle distraction was significantly associated with major incidents and indirectly related to minor incidents. Defensive driving was found to have no direct correlation with accidents but still had substantial indirect impacts. Aggressive driving was linked solely to minor accidents. Mental health influenced incident occurrence indirectly through distraction-related pathways. However, physical health showed no significant effects. Environmental factors were unrelated to incidents but were indirectly associated with minor incidents. Conclusion. The findings identify distraction-related behavioral pathways as key targets for improving mining transport safety. Proven strategies must integrate cab-based distraction control, defensive driving courses, stress-relieving programs and work schedules that reduce cognitive strain and keep drivers alert, all within existing safety management frameworks.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-13"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149128909","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Ergonomic and physical hazard exposure and musculoskeletal pain among construction workers: focusing on cumulative daily exposure time. 建筑工人的人体工程学和物理危害暴露与肌肉骨骼疼痛：关注累积每日暴露时间。

IF 1.8 4区医学

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2026-10-07 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2026.2736395

Jun Won Kim, Byung Yong Jeong

{"title":"Ergonomic and physical hazard exposure and musculoskeletal pain among construction workers: focusing on cumulative daily exposure time.","authors":"Jun Won Kim, Byung Yong Jeong","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2736395","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2026.2736395","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives: This cross-sectional secondary analysis quantified daily exposure times among construction workers, examined differences by musculoskeletal pain status and identified factors associated with exposure.Methods: Data from 1409 construction workers were obtained from the Korean Working Conditions Survey. Daily exposure times were estimated using a weighted frequency formula. Independent t tests with Bonferroni correction and logistic regression were conducted, with exposure categorized as <2, 2-4 and ≥ 4 h/day.Results: Ergonomic hazards showed the longest daily exposures, led by repetitive motion (2.996 h/day) and awkward posture (2.609 h/day). Pain-reporting workers had longer exposure times. Logistic regression showed that awkward posture ≥4 h/day had the strongest associations with back pain (adjusted odds ratio [OR]: 3.348, 95% confidence interval [CI] [2.206, 5.082]) and upper limb pain (adjusted OR 2.304, 95% CI [1.562, 3.399]). In contrast, lower limb pain was associated with high temperature ≥4 h/day (adjusted OR 2.182, 95% CI [1.352, 3.521]) and handling heavy loads ≥4 h/day (adjusted OR 1.848, 95% CI [1.152, 2.965]). Age 50 years and weekly working >40 h increased odds of pain.Conclusions: Longer daily exposure times were associated with increased odds of musculoskeletal pain, supporting the need for cumulative exposure monitoring and time-based preventive strategies.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-12"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149128920","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2026-10-07 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2026.2735634

Dasgupta Dwipayan, Bandyopadhyay Amit

{"title":"Driving-related musculoskeletal disorders among occupational two and three-wheeler drivers of West Bengal, India: a cross-sectional study.","authors":"Dasgupta Dwipayan, Bandyopadhyay Amit","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2735634","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2026.2735634","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives. Driving-related musculoskeletal disorders (DMSDs) are common among occupational drivers due to prolonged sitting, awkward posture, repetitive movements and whole-body vibration. However, evidence regarding DMSDs from West Bengal is scanty. The present study aimed to evaluate DMSD prevalence and associated occupational factors in two and three-wheeler drivers of West Bengal, India. Methods. A cross-sectional study of 138 occupational two-wheeler drivers (TW), auto drivers (AD) and tuktuk drivers (TD) assessed demographic characteristics and musculoskeletal symptoms using a standard questionnaire. The physical parameters were measured and musculoskeletal discomfort was compared across driver groups. Results. DMSDs were prevalent among AD (86.96%), TD (69.57%) and TW (67.39%), with the lower back most affected. AD reported greater lower back, shoulder, neck and wrist symptoms, while TD showed higher wrist and ankle/foot symptoms. Driving experience was significantly associated with the musculoskeletal symptoms. Prolonged static posture, repetitive upper-limb activity, inadequate seat ergonomics, extended working hours and road-induced vibration were potential risk factors. Conclusion. Occupational drivers experienced substantial burden of DMSDs, especially AD. Targeted ergonomic interventions addressing seat design, vibration exposure, rest breaks and posture awareness are warranted to reduce musculoskeletal risks and improve occupational health outcomes.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-8"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149128874","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Can task clustering and intelligent allocation enhance the trade-off between ergonomic and temporal targets in U-shaped production lines? 任务聚类和智能分配是否能增强u型生产线中人机工程目标和时间目标之间的权衡？

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International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2026-10-07 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2026.2734079

Saeid Rezaei, Melika Doroodiyan

{"title":"Can task clustering and intelligent allocation enhance the trade-off between ergonomic and temporal targets in U-shaped production lines?","authors":"Saeid Rezaei, Melika Doroodiyan","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2734079","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2026.2734079","url":null,"abstract":"Achieving both temporal efficiency and optimal human factors concurrently in U-shaped production lines poses a significant, multifaceted challenge. Proposing a bi-objective framework, this article concurrently aims to minimize ergonomic risks and optimize production cycle time. The proposed method offers a flexible and adaptable model for real-world scenarios by employing activity clustering into work families, an ergonomic penalty coefficient for disproportionate assignments, and workload balancing across workstations. To solve this model, two complementary methods were developed: first, an exact solution using a branch-and-bound algorithm implemented in Lingo; and second, an innovative heuristic algorithm called Ergonomic-Aware Clustered Prioritization with Deep Learning (EACP-DL). EACP-DL combines clustering, an ergonomics-time scoring system and deep learning for automatic adjustment of workstation allocation coefficients. Results demonstrate that the proposed algorithm reduces ergonomic risks by 12% compared to the branch-and-bound method, with a time increase of less than 6%, exhibiting rapid execution and scalability.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-21"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149128905","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Loneliness and stress among Chinese delivery gig workers: the moderating role of job identity. 中国外卖零工的孤独感与压力：职业认同的调节作用

IF 1.8 4区医学

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2026-10-07 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2026.2732414

Hao Wen, Zhan Yu, Anao Zhang

{"title":"Loneliness and stress among Chinese delivery gig workers: the moderating role of job identity.","authors":"Hao Wen, Zhan Yu, Anao Zhang","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2732414","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2026.2732414","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives: This study examined the association between loneliness and perceived stress among delivery gig workers in urban China and tested whether job identity moderates this association, addressing limited attention to mental health in China's expanding gig economy.Methods: Using cross-sectional data collected June-August 2024 from 264 full-time delivery gig workers in Shanghai and Xi'an, ordinary least squares regression was conducted with eight demographic and work-related covariates, including hukou and city. Loneliness and job identity were mean-centered before creating the interaction term. Fisher's r-to-z subgroup comparisons further validated the moderation.Results: Loneliness was positively associated with perceived stress (β = 0.403, p < 0.001), and job identity was negatively associated with stress (β = -0.082, p < 0.05). A significant interaction (β = -0.127, p < 0.001) indicated that higher job identity attenuated the loneliness-stress association, with the association strongest among workers reporting lower job identity.Conclusion: Higher job identity is associated with a weaker loneliness-stress association among delivery gig workers. Interventions strengthening job identity and work-based belonging may reduce stress in precarious gig work. Platforms, policymakers and practitioners should promote identity formation, algorithmic transparency and expanded social insurance coverage.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-7"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149128891","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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