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Eco-friendly hemp woven (two-dimensional and three-dimensional) fabrics for tear and puncture protection; an approach for comfort and ergonomics.

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International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2025-03-21 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2025.2473791

Adeel Abbas, Danish Mahmood Baitab, Muhammad Salman Ahmad, Khubab Shaker, Muhammad Imran Khan, Muhammad Umair

{"title":"Eco-friendly hemp woven (two-dimensional and three-dimensional) fabrics for tear and puncture protection; an approach for comfort and ergonomics.","authors":"Adeel Abbas, Danish Mahmood Baitab, Muhammad Salman Ahmad, Khubab Shaker, Muhammad Imran Khan, Muhammad Umair","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2473791","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2025.2473791","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives. Two-dimensional (2D) woven fabrics are inefficient in exhibiting viable thermal comfort and protective function in high-tech applications that govern a need for three-dimensional (3D) weaves. Such 3D fabrics offer superior performance over 2D fabrics; however, no study has reported the simultaneous comparison of thermal and protective performance properties of 2D and 3D structures with equal thread densities. Methods. This work developed four woven structures, i.e., single, double, three and four layers, using eco-friendly hemp yarn for low to medium tear and puncture hazard protection. Plain weave was used in 2D structures while orthogonal through thickness (OTT) interlocking was used with plain weave in 3D woven structures. Thermal comfort and protective performance were evaluated to analyze the application suitability of designed structures. Results. Four-layered 3D fabric showed the best results of dry fluid transmission, indicating an increase in transmission with increasing out-of-plane layers owing to the highest volume porosity of 97.8%. The overall moisture management capability (OMMC) index and thermal conductivity exhibited a decreasing trend from single-layered to four-layered fabrics. Initially, tensile and puncture resistance attributes increased with increasing number of layers; afterwards, both properties compromised by 11-50%. All terms were found statistically significant with p < 0.05 by analysis of variance.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-10"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143674613","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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Investigation of factors predicting quality of life of drivers working on long-haul transport: pain, fatigue, stress and work role functions.

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International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2025-03-21 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2025.2474835

Gokcen Akyurek, Leyla Kaya Ozturk, Sedanur Gurlek

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The impact of work characteristics on safety behavior of front-line employees in small and medium-sized industrial enterprises: an empirical study based on Chinese SMEs. 工作特征对中小型工业企业一线员工安全行为的影响：基于中国中小企业的实证研究。

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International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2025-03-19 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2025.2473786

Suxia Liu, Qiao Chen, Hengjie Xu

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Assessment of musculoskeletal disorders among bus drivers in South India: implications for health and safety.

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International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2025-03-19 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2025.2473761

Mohanraj Thangamuthu, Pradeep Kumar Hanumegowda, Sakthivel Gnanasekaran, Mohammad Uddin

{"title":"Assessment of musculoskeletal disorders among bus drivers in South India: implications for health and safety.","authors":"Mohanraj Thangamuthu, Pradeep Kumar Hanumegowda, Sakthivel Gnanasekaran, Mohammad Uddin","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2473761","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2025.2473761","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives. This study aims to evaluate the frequency of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and associated impairments among bus drivers in South India. The main research question is to determine the prevalence and distribution of MSDs among bus drivers and assess the impact of these disorders on their daily activities and functioning. Methods. A supervised cross-sectional study was conducted involving 390 qualified bus drivers. MSDs were assessed using a standardized Nordic musculoskeletal questionnaire, and impairments resulting from MSDs were measured using various assessment techniques. Results. The study found that 65.8% of the drivers self-reported experiencing MSDs, with the highest prevalence in the lower back, followed by the neck and upper back regions. Prevalence was relatively low in the elbow and wrist regions. MSDs were most prevalent in the neck, shoulder, upper back and lower back regions for individuals aged 29-39 years and over 40 years. The study also revealed that MSDs significantly affect daily activities, particularly in the lower and upper back regions. Disability index scores indicated that many drivers experienced mild to moderate disabilities. Conclusion. The findings underscore the necessity for appropriate healthcare and rehabilitation programs to prevent and manage MSDs among bus drivers.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-11"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143657919","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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Risk factors for musculoskeletal and depressive symptoms among Brazilian healthcare workers from the HEROES cohort - a prospective longitudinal study.

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International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2025-03-18 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2025.2468158

Maria Isabel Triches, Vivian Aline Mininel, Gabriel Bernardi Dos Santos, Tatiana de Oliveira Sato

{"title":"Risk factors for musculoskeletal and depressive symptoms among Brazilian healthcare workers from the HEROES cohort - a prospective longitudinal study.","authors":"Maria Isabel Triches, Vivian Aline Mininel, Gabriel Bernardi Dos Santos, Tatiana de Oliveira Sato","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2468158","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2025.2468158","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives. This study aimed to identify occupational, personal and psychosocial risk factors associated with musculoskeletal and depressive symptoms in a cohort of Brazilian healthcare workers (HEROES). Methods. The prospective cohort study included 125 healthcare workers from the Brazilian Healthcare System (SUS). Data were collected via e-surveys using a sociodemographic questionnaire, Nordic musculoskeletal questionnaire, Beck depression inventory, Copenhagen psychosocial questionnaire and Pittsburgh sleep quality index. The follow-up response was 64, 52, 50 and 49% at 3, 6, 9 and 12-month follow-up, respectively. Multivariate logistic regression identified the main risk factors for musculoskeletal and depressive symptoms. Results. At 3 months, sleep quality, burnout, age, stress, quantitative demands, skill development and emotional demands were associated with musculoskeletal symptoms and recognition was associated with depressive symptoms. At 6 months, justice, stress and age were associated with musculoskeletal symptoms and recognition was associated with musculoskeletal and depressive symptoms. At 9 months, burnout, stress, sleep quality and emotional demands were associated with musculoskeletal symptoms. At 12 months, sleep quality was associated with musculoskeletal symptoms and recognition was associated with depression symptoms. Conclusion. Personal and psychosocial risk factors were significantly associated with musculoskeletal and depressive symptoms. Future intervention studies should emphasize these factors, with larger samples.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-8"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143651365","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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Unlocking the relationships between role stressors and unsafe behaviours of miners: the mediating role of risk perception.

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International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2025-03-18 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2025.2460368

Lulu Wang, Xingbang Chen, Jiacong Yuan, Ruipeng Tong

{"title":"Unlocking the relationships between role stressors and unsafe behaviours of miners: the mediating role of risk perception.","authors":"Lulu Wang, Xingbang Chen, Jiacong Yuan, Ruipeng Tong","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2460368","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2025.2460368","url":null,"abstract":"Unsafe behaviours are pivotal contributors to workplace accidents. While role stressors have been linked to work performance, their influence on safety performance has garnered relatively scant attention. This study utilized a theoretical model integrating the pressure-state-response model and role theory to examine the relationships between role stressors (i.e., role conflict, role ambiguity and role overload) and unsafe behaviours among miners. The mediating role of risk perception between role stressors and unsafe behaviours was also tested. A questionnaire survey was conducted among 893 copper miners in China, and structural equation modelling was employed to investigate the underlying mechanisms. The results revealed that role conflict and role overload were positively related to unsafe behaviours while negatively affecting risk perception. Conversely, role ambiguity was positively related to risk perception. Risk perception was negatively related to unsafe behaviours and partially mediated the relationships between role conflict, role overload and unsafe behaviours.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-12"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143651367","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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Extension of mindful safety practices through safety knowledge and safety motivation: a study of the aviation industry.

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International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2025-03-12 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2025.2471153

Shi Hu, Muhammad Aamir Nadeem, Shanqing Liu, Ji Luo, Mohamed Zainal Siti Rohaida

{"title":"Extension of mindful safety practices through safety knowledge and safety motivation: a study of the aviation industry.","authors":"Shi Hu, Muhammad Aamir Nadeem, Shanqing Liu, Ji Luo, Mohamed Zainal Siti Rohaida","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2471153","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2025.2471153","url":null,"abstract":"This article attempts to extend the mindful safety practices adopted by pilots in the aviation industry. There is still a lack of discussion about how these factors (individual, group and organizational levels) influence the adoption of mindful safety practices among commercial pilots in the aviation industry. Data were collected from a sample of commercial pilots in China within 8 months. Results show that all the identified factors contributing to the adoption of mindful safety practices are significantly and positively interrelated. The results also reveal that safety knowledge and motivation positively mediate the relationships between safety climate (group level and organization level) and pilots' mindful safety practice adoption in the aviation industry. It is of interest that group-level safety climate exerts more impact on pilots' safety knowledge and motivation gains. Furthermore, leader-member exchange (LMX) strengthens relationships between two dimensions of safety climate and pilots' safety knowledge and motivation acquisitions.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-15"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143606692","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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Assessment of hand-arm vibration syndrome in Polish workers: results from a questionnaire study.

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International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2025-03-12 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2025.2471669

Elżbieta Łastowiecka-Moras

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Postural factors contributing to reaching speed and accuracy.

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International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2025-03-10 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2025.2466919

Nicole J Chimera, Sarah Bohunicky, Cheryl Glazebrook, Trisha Scribbans

{"title":"Postural factors contributing to reaching speed and accuracy.","authors":"Nicole J Chimera, Sarah Bohunicky, Cheryl Glazebrook, Trisha Scribbans","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2466919","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2025.2466919","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives. Occupational reaching tasks performed with faulty postures may contribute to inefficient movement patterns that could lead to injury. Understanding relationships between posture and muscle activation during reaching tasks may elucidate movement patterns that increase occupational injury risk in workers. This study assessed whether postural factors and muscle activation predict forward reaching movement performance and accuracy. Methods. Predictor variables of forward shoulder posture (FSP), pectoral length, upper (UT), middle (MT) and lower trapezius (LT) and pectoralis major (PM) muscle activation, and UT:PM, MT:PM, and LT:PM co-activation during forward reaching were analysed for 56 individuals. Sequential linear regression equations assessed reaching variance. Results. For females, FSP, UT activation, and UT:PM co-activation explained 36% of reaction time (RT) variance, and MT:PM co-activation explained 14% of endpoint accuracy variance. For males, MT:PM co-activation explained 17% of movement time (MvT) variance, and FSP, MT:PM co-activation and MT explained 23% of accuracy variance. Conclusion. Increased co-activation was a predictor of movement performance; however, performance outcome variables differed between males (MvT) and females (RT). Muscle co-activation coupled with FSP and posterior shoulder muscle activation resulted in differences in predicting reaching performance variance. Practitioners might consider evaluating these muscle activation and postural factors in occupational reaching tasks.Trial registration: ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT04944745.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-10"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143587696","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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Awareness of rights and responsibilities in occupational accidents and diseases: scale development, construct validity and reliability study.

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International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics Pub Date : 2025-03-10 DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2025.2465157

Umut Solmaz, Orhan Koçak

{"title":"Awareness of rights and responsibilities in occupational accidents and diseases: scale development, construct validity and reliability study.","authors":"Umut Solmaz, Orhan Koçak","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2465157","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10803548.2025.2465157","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives. This study aimed to develop a measurement tool to assess employees' awareness of their rights and responsibilities before and after a potential occupational accident and disease. Methods. The study used a quantitative research method and was conducted with factory workers in the production sector in Sakarya province between April and December 2023. Firstly, scope validity was performed to develop the scale. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was then conducted for construct validity. The scale's reliability was determined using the Cronbach α internal consistency coefficient. In CFA, all goodness-of-fit indices confirmed the acceptable fit of the model: root mean square error of approximation (rmsea) = 0.080, normalized fit index (NFI = 0.925), comparative fit index (CFI = 0.950), standardized root mean square residual (SRMR = 0.044), χ2 fit index (χ2 / df = 2.800), Tucker-Lewis index (TLI = 0.944). Conclusion. The occupational accident and disease awareness scale is a valid and reliable instrument for assessing employees' awareness of rights and responsibilities in occupational accidents and diseases.","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-8"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-03-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143587689","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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