Xiaofang Yuan, Xinxiang Zhang, Hongzhi Yu, Yi Ding
{"title":"Research on multi-objective optimization of the interface for intelligent coal mine comprehensive mining system based on QN-MHP and Jack dual model validation.","authors":"Xiaofang Yuan, Xinxiang Zhang, Hongzhi Yu, Yi Ding","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2609472","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2609472","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>To enhance the usability and operational comfort of the control interface in an intelligent coal mining comprehensive system, this study developed a multi-objective optimization model based on six dimensions: hierarchy, correlation, simplicity, comfort, reachability and visibility. The model was solved using a particle swarm optimization algorithm, and the optimized interface was validated through integration of Jack ergonomic simulation and the QN-MHP cognitive modeling approach. Experimental results showed that the optimized interface significantly improved operator performance: task completion time decreased by 16.2%, error rate was reduced by 75.0% and visual search time decreased by 13.2%. Cognitive load was also alleviated, with reduced utilization of the visual subsystem, central processing module and right-hand operation module, accompanied by increased processing speeds. In addition, the optimized layout improved upper-limb comfort and operational efficiency. The proposed method provides theoretical and methodological support for multi-objective optimization and multimodal validation of industrial human-machine interfaces.</p>","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"877-895"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146031323","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}
Mohammed Sameena, Kurma Amritha Varshini, Madhu Varma, Saajani Pathiwada, Gavara Sai Govind, Mounica Thirumalareddy
{"title":"Evaluation of practitioners' knowledge, attitude and practices regarding ergonomic principles in operative dentistry.","authors":"Mohammed Sameena, Kurma Amritha Varshini, Madhu Varma, Saajani Pathiwada, Gavara Sai Govind, Mounica Thirumalareddy","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2615569","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2615569","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><i>Objectives</i>. Operative dentistry puts practitioners at risk for musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) because it involves repetitive tasks and static postures. Although ergonomic principles can reduce these risks, little research has been done on the knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) of dental professionals with regard to ergonomics. <i>Methods</i>. Two hundred dentists with at least 2 years of clinical experience in India participated in a questionnaire-based survey. Demographic information, ergonomic KAP and self-evaluation using rapid upper limb assessment (RULA) were gathered in the survey. Regression analysis, analysis of variance and descriptive statistics were used to examine the data. <i>Results.</i> There was a high level of ergonomic awareness: 92.1% of respondents knew how to position chairs and 83.3% understood the significance of lighting. Ergonomics were valued by 83.8% of respondents and training was supported by 79.7%. However, inconsistent practices were observed, especially regarding wrist (<i>p</i> = 0.041) and neck (<i>p</i> = 0.032) posture. Lack of training and poor infrastructure were key barriers. Although ergonomic confidence increased with experience, correlations with knowledge and practice were not statistically significant (<i>p</i> > 0.05). <i>Conclusion</i>. Ergonomic practice is still insufficient despite a wealth of knowledge and optimistic attitudes. To lower MSDs and increase practitioner longevity, structured ergonomic training and better workplace design are crucial.</p>","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"953-959"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146067551","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}
{"title":"Characterizing skin surface variations during motions to improve the design of sEMG monitoring upper-body training garments.","authors":"Yongrong Wang, Han Cui, Yujing Liu, Liyan Wang","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2613517","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2613517","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><i>Objectives.</i> This study aimed to characterize skin surface variations during motion to improve the design of surface electromyography (sEMG) monitoring upper-body training garments. <i>Methods.</i> A combination of the surface tracing method and the body scanning method was employed to measure the skin surface variations on the upper body during 11 dynamic poses, including length changes in both horizontal and longitudinal directions, assessment of area changes within specific subdivisions, and the amplitude of skin strain on the main muscle regions. <i>Results.</i> The mean skin deformation of the participants was analyzed across the different postures. The longitudinal strain at the most protruding part of the elbow exceeds 30% during elbow joint motions, the transverse line at the sleeve cap exhibits a strain of more than 40% and the longitudinal lines under the armpit reach a strain of 80% during shoulder joint motions. Transverse dimensions on the lateral body are always under tension with a maximum strain approaching 20%, while longitudinal dimensions exhibit a strain of more than 50% during lumbar motions. <i>Conclusions.</i> The results indicate an integrated overall design for sEMG monitoring upper-body training garments, including the design of the suit's style, pattern, laminated fabric electrodes and wire layout.</p>","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"903-913"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146067554","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}
Gabriela P Urrejola-Contreras, Elena Ronda, Mónica Rodríguez-Bagó, José Miguel Martínez
{"title":"Posture, machinery and risk: ergonomic characterization of industrial driving work in forklifts and electric pallet trucks.","authors":"Gabriela P Urrejola-Contreras, Elena Ronda, Mónica Rodríguez-Bagó, José Miguel Martínez","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2594907","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2594907","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><i>Objectives</i>. The use of machinery in industrial tasks like load transportation exposes workers to ergonomic risk factors, particularly from non-neutral postures, increasing the chance of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). This study aimed to assess posture-related ergonomic risk among forklift and electric pallet truck operators. <i>Methods</i>. Conducted at a beverage bottling plant in Viña del Mar, Chile, the cross-sectional study involved 75 operators. Personal and occupational data were gathered through questionnaires, and the rapid entire body assessment (REBA) method was used to evaluate postural risk based on video analysis during machine operation. <i>Results</i>. Findings revealed that 49.3% of workers were at high ergonomic risk and 50.7% at very high risk, with pallet truck operation strongly associated with increased ergonomic risk (odds ratio [<i>OR</i>] 6.7; 95% confidence interval [2.5, 19.5]). The most significant risk factors were operating electric pallet trucks and being aged under 30 years. Pallet truck operation was strongly associated with increased ergonomic risk (crude <i>OR</i> 6.7), especially in workers with less experience. <i>Conclusion</i>. The study concludes that targeted ergonomic interventions, such as redesigning handle height or improving vibration isolation systems in electric pallet trucks, may be essential to protect younger and less experienced workers.</p>","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"772-777"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145858166","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}
{"title":"Integrating technostress and individual performance: a meta-analysis based on structural equation modeling.","authors":"Shengyang Liu, Kuntai Song, Dejun Cheng, Meng Pan","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2603090","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2603090","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Research on the relationship between technostress and individual performance has produced a wide of inconsistent empirical insights. This study distinguished between in-role and extra-role performance and interpreted these findings through a meta-analytic procedure based on 192 papers, 201 studies and 80,523 independent samples. The study found that overall technostress is detrimental to both an individual's in-role and extra-role performance, which is primarily transmitted through negative emotions, role stress and work-family conflict. Excluding these mechanisms, technostress is beneficial for in-role performance, but still detrimental to extra-role performance. Despite slight differences in effects, technostressors remain negative for individual in-role and extra-role performance. Individual resources and social support can mitigate the negative effects of technostress. In terms of social support, instrumental support mitigates the negative effects of technostress on in-role performance, while emotional support mitigates the effects of technostress on extra-role performance. The theoretical and practical implications of this study are discussed.</p>","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"854-866"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145907047","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}
Nur Sena Kayacan, Yasemin Adigüzel Yaşar, Melek Nihal Esin
{"title":"An evaluation of the quality, reliability and content of videos shared on YouTube related to office ergonomics.","authors":"Nur Sena Kayacan, Yasemin Adigüzel Yaşar, Melek Nihal Esin","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2616999","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2616999","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>This study aimed to evaluate the quality, reliability and content of YouTube videos related to office ergonomics.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The descriptive study analyzed 196 English-language YouTube videos, selected from 752 videos published, using the keywords 'workplace ergonomics' or 'office ergonomics' based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The reliability, quality and content of the videos were assessed using the modified DISCERN (mDISCERN), the global quality score (GQS) and the office ergonomics content evaluation checklist (OE-CEC).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Researcher 1 rated 71.5% as low quality, 68.4% as low reliability and 69.4% as insufficient content, while Researcher 2 rated 62.3, 59.8 and 70.9% respectively. mDISCERN and OE-CEC scores were significantly associated with uploader source, subtitle presence and video duration. Content scores were also associated with view ratio and number of comments. The GQS mean showed significant associations with uploader source, duration, view ratio, video power index and number of comments.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>YouTube videos on office ergonomics were of low quality, low reliability and insufficient content. Public institutions produced more reliable and higher quality videos, and longer videos contained more comprehensive information. It is recommended that government agencies, universities and occupational health teams are encouraged to produce accurate and reliable videos on office ergonomics.</p>","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"985-993"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146107842","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}
{"title":"How does fatigue affect cognitive load through emotion regulation strategies in unmanned forklift scenarios?","authors":"Shufang Yang, Pei-Luen Patrick Rau, Yang Cai","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2616176","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10803548.2026.2616176","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><i>Objectives</i>. Operators monitoring unmanned forklifts may still experience fatigue despite relatively low physical demands, which can increase cognitive load and pose safety risks. Emotion regulation may buffer fatigue-related impairment, but the mechanisms remain unclear, particularly for two emotion regulation strategies: cognitive reappraisal and expressive suppression. This study examined whether emotion regulation strategies mediate the association between multidimensional fatigue and cognitive load in unmanned forklift monitoring. <i>Methods</i>. Sixty-five participants completed a monitoring task involving unmanned forklift trucks and reported fatigue (task engagement, distress, worry), emotion regulation strategies (cognitive reappraisal, expressive suppression) and cognitive load via self-report scales. <i>Results</i>. Structural equation modeling analysis revealed that higher levels of task engagement - serving as an indicator of fatigue - were associated with higher self-reported propensities for cognitive reappraisal. Moreover, individuals who more frequently employed a cognitive reappraisal strategy reported lower levels of cognitive load. Cognitive reappraisal significantly mediated the relationship between task engagement and cognitive load. Through fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis, this study identified four distinct configurations that reduce cognitive load. <i>Conclusion</i>. The findings underscore the importance of emotion regulation for understanding cognitive demands in unmanned forklift scenarios. Future research could expand intervention approaches to better support operators' psychological well-being in such settings.</p>","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"960-973"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146087624","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}
{"title":"Exploring key determinants shaping occupational safety perceptions among occupational health and safety students.","authors":"Fatih Deniz, Suleyman Enes Hacibektasoglu","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2586887","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2586887","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><i>Objectives</i>. This study aimed to evaluate occupational safety perception and its influencing factors among students in the Department of Occupational Health and Safety at Sinop University, with a particular focus on the impact of socio-demographic variables and participation in occupational health and safety (OHS)-related training. <i>Methods</i><b>.</b> A cross-sectional study was conducted with 154 OHS students in the 2022-2023 autumn term. Data from 128 students (83.1%) were collected using an informed consent form, a descriptive questionnaire and the occupational safety scale (OSS). The OSS is a 32-item Likert scale with a reliability of 0.75. Data analysis used SPSS version 25, including descriptive statistics, <i>t</i> tests, analysis of variance and Pearson correlation. <i>Results</i><b>.</b> Participants had a mean age of 21.72 ± 1.33 years, 50.8% were male and 43% were second-year students. Most (73.4%) reported middle-income levels, and 66.4% had not received personal protective equipment (PPE) training. No significant correlation was found between socio-demographic factors and OHS perception scores (<i>p</i> > 0.05). However, students who received PPE training or participated in OHS activities had significantly higher perception scores (<i>p</i> = 0.018 and <i>p</i> = 0.002). <i>Conclusion</i>. OHS-related training, particularly in PPE and OHS activities, significantly improves safety perception. Expanding such training in educational settings can enhance future professionals' safety awareness.</p>","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"755-759"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145597918","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}
{"title":"The illusion of safety indicators in the mining industry.","authors":"Raoni Rocha, Eugênio Paceli Hatem Diniz, Mário Parreiras, Ildeberto Almeida","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2580782","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2580782","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><i>Objectives</i>. This study evaluates the effectiveness of safety indicators in the mining sector, questioning their ability to accurately represent the risks of severe and catastrophic accidents. Indicators such as the frequency rate, severity rate and Bird's pyramid suggest a correlation between events of varying severity, creating the perception of a safe environment when their metrics are low. However, disasters such as the explosions at the BP Texas refinery and the Deepwater Horizon platform occurred despite seemingly ideal safety indicators. Despite the relevance of this topic, there are few systematic investigations into the effectiveness of these indicators, particularly in the mining industry. <i>Methods</i>. To bridge this gap, the study analyzed public and private data from four companies in the sector, using a mixed-methods approach to examine the relationship between frequent, less severe events and rare, more severe incidents. <i>Results</i>. No significant correlation between these events was indicated, contradicting Bird's pyramid logic. Furthermore, the analyzed safety data exhibit biases that compromise their reliability. <i>Conclusion</i>. This study suggests replacing traditional indicators with new management metrics and incorporating activity analysis to enhance accident prevention and minimize catastrophic risks.</p>","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"715-727"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145597928","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}
{"title":"Associations among work-life conflict, life-work conflict, sleep disorders, job burnout and mental health among solo entrepreneurs: a Korean survey analysis.","authors":"Eun-Mi Baek, Hyeon Jo","doi":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2586915","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10803548.2025.2586915","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study delves into the intricacies of work-life balance among the self-employed, a rapidly growing segment in the global workforce. Acknowledging a gap in the existing literature which predominantly focuses on employees in organizational settings, this research aims to understand the unique challenges faced by individuals managing their businesses single-handedly. Employing partial least squares structural equation modeling, the study analyzes data from 12,703 respondents from the Sixth Korean Working Conditions Survey conducted between 2020 and 2021. The findings indicate that work-life conflict was associated with increased sleep disorders and burnout, and also had a negative relationship with mental health. Life-work conflict had a negative association with sleep disorders. This suggests a complex interplay between professional demands and personal well-being among the solo self-employed. Moreover, the multi-group analysis reveals that the solo self-employed experience work-life conflict, life-work conflict and job burnout differently compared to regular employees.</p>","PeriodicalId":47704,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics","volume":" ","pages":"760-771"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145597951","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}