{"title":"Automated Ergonomic Assessment in Repetitive Culinary Tasks.","authors":"Hari Iyer, Heejin Jeong","doi":"10.1080/24725838.2026.2615463","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/24725838.2026.2615463","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>OCCUPATIONAL APPLICATIONSThis study introduces an automated ergonomic assessment system tailored for repetitive culinary tasks. By combining joint tracking with the Assessment of Repetitive Tasks (ART) tool, the system identifies movement patterns and evaluates ergonomic risks. Results show strong alignment with expert evaluations. Operating with standard video input, the system minimizes the need for manual observation, enabling consistent and scalable risk evaluations. Designed for practical use, the system can be deployed in commercial kitchens using affordable cameras and minimal setup. The output aligns with ART categories, helping safety managers pinpoint high-risk tasks. These findings can inform ergonomic interventions, such as tool redesign or task rotation. User-friendly and requiring minimal training, the system is well-suited for small to medium-sized food operations. It facilitates early detection of musculoskeletal risks and complements existing safety protocols. With further development, the system holds potential for broader applications in fields like healthcare or manufacturing.</p>","PeriodicalId":73332,"journal":{"name":"IISE transactions on occupational ergonomics and human factors","volume":" ","pages":"1-17"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146204004","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Comparison of Crane Safety Standards: A Human Factors Perspective.","authors":"Pratikshya Tiwari, Weihang Zhu, Kevin McSweeney","doi":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2612656","DOIUrl":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2612656","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>OCCUPATIONAL APPLICATIONSWe compared offshore crane safety standards in the United States, United Kingdom, and Norway, focusing on human factors contributing to incidents. High similarity was found in maintenance procedures, hand signals, and communication, reflecting shared priorities like adhering to manufacturer recommendations and enforcing substance abuse policies. Moderate alignment was observed in inspection intervals, personal protective equipment requirements, and personnel roles, with some variation in specific practices. Notable gaps were identified in training, lift categorization, and personnel qualifications, with the United States emphasizing certification timelines, while the United Kingdom and Norway focus on ongoing competence. These findings highlight strengths in each standard and offer a roadmap for harmonizing global practices. Practitioners can use these results to benchmark current practices, address gaps, and reduce human error. By aligning international standards, practitioners can develop more effective training, improve communication protocols, and implement consistent safety measures, ultimately enhancing the reliability and safety of offshore lifting operations.</p>","PeriodicalId":73332,"journal":{"name":"IISE transactions on occupational ergonomics and human factors","volume":" ","pages":"90-101"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145960944","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Age and Sex Effects on Cybersickness in Virtual Forklift Training: An Exploratory Study with Practical Mitigation Strategies.","authors":"Md Shafiqul Islam, Sol Lim","doi":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2556699","DOIUrl":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2556699","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>OCCUPATIONAL APPLICATIONSWe investigated the effects of age and sex on cybersickness susceptibility during Virtual Reality (VR)-based forklift training, using an order picker forklift truck consisting of basic and common forklift driving scenarios. Cybersickness occurrence was assessed using the Simulator Sickness Questionnaire (SSQ) and analyzed with the survival analysis method. Our analysis indicated strong vulnerability among older adults yet no significant influence of biological sex on cybersickness susceptibility. As emerging technologies like VR are being integrated into different domains of occupational training, the issue of cybersickness can disproportionately disadvantage certain demographic groups, making training programs inaccessible. We outline future design considerations to enhance the inclusivity and accessibility of VR forklift training platforms.</p>","PeriodicalId":73332,"journal":{"name":"IISE transactions on occupational ergonomics and human factors","volume":" ","pages":"18-29"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145031259","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Mental Health Safety Challenges Among Pre-Hospital Emergency Medical Service Providers: A Scoping Review.","authors":"Christopher McGlynn, Avishek Choudhury","doi":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2572580","DOIUrl":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2572580","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>OCCUPATIONAL APPLICATIONSIn this scoping review, we identified considerable mental health challenges among pre-hospital emergency medical service (EMS) providers, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) burnout, depression, anxiety, suicidality, and occupational stress. Among the 61 studies we analyzed, sleep disorders emerged as the most prominent contributing factor, frequently associated with PTSD, depression, generalized anxiety, and other poor mental health conditions. Other key risk factors included high workload, years of service, exposure to violence, and insufficient peer or social support. The cumulative toll of chronic stress was evident in increased prevalence rates of mental health disorders and burnout. Organizational and individual factors, such as emotional regulation, fatigue management, and availability of peer support, further shaped these outcomes. These findings emphasize the need for targeted interventions that address the root causes of mental health disorders and occupational stressors in EMS work environments.</p>","PeriodicalId":73332,"journal":{"name":"IISE transactions on occupational ergonomics and human factors","volume":" ","pages":"30-61"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145423717","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M Cristina Herrera Valerio, Kat Webster, Larissa Brenneman, Marcus Yung, Amin Yazdani
{"title":"Validating Accelerometer-Based Inclinometer Models for Estimating Overhead Postures in Construction Workers: Considerations for In-Field Application.","authors":"M Cristina Herrera Valerio, Kat Webster, Larissa Brenneman, Marcus Yung, Amin Yazdani","doi":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2539781","DOIUrl":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2539781","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>OCCUPATIONAL APPLICATIONSAmong the three commonly used mathematical models for estimating overhead position from inclination data, the trigonometry model showed the most consistent alignment with in-lab motion capture data, with no statistically significant differences observed. Strong correlations were found between accelerometer-based wearable and inclination outputs during upright drilling and hammering tasks involving shoulder elevation above 150°. While no statistically significant differences were observed between observational and inclination-based estimates of overhead frequency, discrepancies were present in overhead duration estimates. These findings suggest that, with appropriate signal processing and modeling techniques, inclination data collected at the upper arm may offer a practical approach for estimating overhead exposures in field research. This method could support more refined monitoring and assessment of overhead work, potentially informing interventions aimed at reducing musculoskeletal strain and improving worker safety.</p>","PeriodicalId":73332,"journal":{"name":"IISE transactions on occupational ergonomics and human factors","volume":" ","pages":"1-17"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144769427","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Predicting Discomfort from Workload Parameters - Towards the Design of Comfortable Work.","authors":"Linda M Rose, Ulf E Orrenius, Patrick Neumann","doi":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2583993","DOIUrl":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2583993","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>OCCUPATIONAL APPLICATIONSWe present empirical data on how perceived discomfort varies under different loading situations based on analyzed experimental data. We propose mathematical models to calculate endurance time and recovery needs based on employees' perceived physical discomfort. While this modeling approach needs further research and field trials, it opens the door for a novel, positively oriented approach for proactive ergonomics, supporting job design aimed at creating comfortable work.</p>","PeriodicalId":73332,"journal":{"name":"IISE transactions on occupational ergonomics and human factors","volume":" ","pages":"62-78"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145552224","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Battlefield Triage Technology: Addressing Effectiveness in Far-Forward Combat Casualty Care.","authors":"Kaela Shea, Elizabeth Wong, Craig Burrell","doi":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2594433","DOIUrl":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2594433","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>OCCUPATIONAL APPLICATIONSWe identified strategies to support the development or evaluation of technology solutions for a medical response in remote and austere environments. We conducted a systematic analysis of relevant tasks and potential errors within battlefield medical response and communicated the resultant system taxonomy for interdisciplinary application by both engineers and health care practitioners. Our paper contributes to continued advancements of technology support for remote casualty care through detailed insights into remote medical response, identification of system vulnerabilities, and a consolidated system analysis.</p>","PeriodicalId":73332,"journal":{"name":"IISE transactions on occupational ergonomics and human factors","volume":" ","pages":"79-89"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145679624","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Francesco S Violante, Francesca Graziosi, Yohama Caraballo-Arias, Francesco Decataldo, Roberta Bonfiglioli
{"title":"Influence of Weekly Working Hours on Musculoskeletal Disorder Risk Associated with Biomechanical Factors.","authors":"Francesco S Violante, Francesca Graziosi, Yohama Caraballo-Arias, Francesco Decataldo, Roberta Bonfiglioli","doi":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2529872","DOIUrl":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2529872","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":73332,"journal":{"name":"IISE transactions on occupational ergonomics and human factors","volume":" ","pages":"256-263"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144683707","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Payam Mirshams Shahshahani, Mariana Masteling, James A Ashton-Miller
{"title":"A Non-Weight Bearing Method for Measuring Hip Abduction Strength Overestimates Hip Abductor Muscle Fatigue During One-Leg Stance.","authors":"Payam Mirshams Shahshahani, Mariana Masteling, James A Ashton-Miller","doi":"10.1080/24725838.2024.2409261","DOIUrl":"10.1080/24725838.2024.2409261","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>OCCUPATIONAL APPLICATIONSAssessing workers' strength capacities is a common practice prior to return to work following injury or illness, or assessing capabilities for strenuous jobs. Because it requires 50% or more of maximum strength capacity, hip abductor muscle strength is a strong predictor of both middle- and older-aged individuals' ability to reliably balance on one leg and of their risk of falls. Our results suggest subjects were able to augment their hip abductor moment during unipedal weight stance <i>via</i> gluteus maximus activity. Weight-bearing hip abduction strength measures are important for assessing worker capacity for jobs requiring reliable unipedal balance whether during lateral loading, while walking in gusty winds, on slippery footing or resisting lateral deck movements on board ship or train. Measurements of hip abductor strength should be made in a full unipedal weight bearing posture; non-weight-bearing measurements significantly underpredicted hip abductor strength as well as endurance.</p>","PeriodicalId":73332,"journal":{"name":"IISE transactions on occupational ergonomics and human factors","volume":" ","pages":"220-228"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11965436/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142367719","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Anna Konstant, Nathan White, Bilge Mutlu, Robert G Radwin
{"title":"Ergonomics Analysis for a Simulation Approach to Human-Robot Collaborative Task Allocation.","authors":"Anna Konstant, Nathan White, Bilge Mutlu, Robert G Radwin","doi":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2562469","DOIUrl":"10.1080/24725838.2025.2562469","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>OCCUPATIONAL APPLICATIONSWe used an algorithmic approach to assign tasks among a human worker and a collaborative robot assistant. When optimized on force and time as a measure for ergonomics cost, the algorithm assigned physically demanding aspects of the job to the robot, such as applying forces, while the human worker was assigned more dexterous tasks, such as the alignment of parts. Using this approach, operator stress was reduced while the cycle time for the job decreased. This method may be useful for better integrating collaborative robots into jobs requiring ergonomics interventions.</p>","PeriodicalId":73332,"journal":{"name":"IISE transactions on occupational ergonomics and human factors","volume":" ","pages":"290-300"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145152085","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}