{"title":"Physical Fitness Testing in Night Shift","authors":"M. Zaidi","doi":"10.23880/eoij-16000265","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23880/eoij-16000265","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":92777,"journal":{"name":"Ergonomics international journal","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"68919114","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":"Ergonomics Workspace Design for Work from Home (WFH) during COVID-19 Pandemic Using CATIA V5","authors":"Lakhwinder Pal Singh","doi":"10.23880/eoij-16000275","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23880/eoij-16000275","url":null,"abstract":"The Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in enforced scenario of working from home; Most of the IT professional’s corporate office employees are working from home. Therefore, the present study is an attempt for designing office for work from home (WFH). In this study ergonomic analysis of IT based working Professional performed in which a Model created using CATIA V5. The model reveals effects of bad postural working conditions on human body. The results also revealed that mismatch between awkward postures and anthropometric parameters contributed to musculoskeletal disorder. It is necessary to obtain the relevant information or data on task performance, equipment, working posture and environment. Too high workplace results in cramp in shoulder of worker whereas too low workplace may result in backache, therefore, may results in reduced performance. Also as the operator is a highly paid skilled employee, the reduction in performance that can lead to economic consequences for the employer organizations. Therefore, the present study assumes its significance in the pandemic scenario.","PeriodicalId":92777,"journal":{"name":"Ergonomics international journal","volume":"61 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"68919523","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":"Evaluating the Risk of SARS-CoV-2 Occupational Transmission in Wastewater Treatment Plant Workers","authors":"Nasir Syed Murtaza","doi":"10.23880/eoij-16000278","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23880/eoij-16000278","url":null,"abstract":"This short literature review explores the level of risk of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) occupational transmissions in wastewater treatment plant (WTP) workers. Three main databases (PubMed, Google Scholar, and ProQuest) were searched to explore the level of infectivity of SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater, risk factors of transmissibility of the virus in wastewater, and reported cases for occupational transmission in WTP workers. The results show that SARSCoV-2 can be shed in the feces of individuals with COVID-19, making its way to wastewater treatment plants (WTP). Multiple potential risk factors for SARS-CoV-2 transmission from wastewater to sewage workers have been postulated based in previous studies. However, no case report of occupational transmission of SARS-CoV-2 to wastewater workers was found, and studies suggest that the presence of the virus or its particles is not necessarily indicative of infectivity. Further research is warranted to reliably estimate the occupational risk to WTP workers and identify preventive measures.","PeriodicalId":92777,"journal":{"name":"Ergonomics international journal","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"68919610","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":"ON THE CONCEPT OF TIME IN EVERYDAY LIFE AND BETWEEN PHYSICS AND MATHEMATICS","authors":"P. Di Sia","doi":"10.31219/osf.io/xvrys","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.31219/osf.io/xvrys","url":null,"abstract":"In this paper I consider the concept of time in a general way as daily human time and then within physics with relation to mathematics. I consider the arrow of time and then focus the attention on quantum mechanics, with its particular peculiarities, examining important concepts like temporal asymmetry, complexity, decoherence, irreversibility, information theory, chaos theory. In conclusion I consider the notion of time connected to a new theory in progress, called “Primordial Dynamic Space” theory.","PeriodicalId":92777,"journal":{"name":"Ergonomics international journal","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-01-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48940823","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":"Computer-Aided Ergonomics: A Case Study for the Analysis of Resistance Training Exercises","authors":"Erman Çakıt","doi":"10.23880/eoij-16000261","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23880/eoij-16000261","url":null,"abstract":"This study features an analysis of the influences and effects of varying forms of execution while performing resistance training exercises from an ergonomic viewpoint using the University of Michigan’s 3D Statistic Strength Prediction Program (3DSSPP). The exemplary use case chosen is the performance of Deadlifts (DL), one of the main full body training exercises in resistance training. The purpose of this study is to show the potential ergonomic problem of lower back impact of the exercise when executed with inaccurate form using the 3DSSPP to exemplary assess the usability of this form of software analysis for the specific area of exercises in resistance training. Based on the findings from the analysis and the results, it can be concluded that according to the software a possible indicator for poor technique especially during phase 1 to 3 is the lower strength requirements on torso and hips in these postures when rounding the back, explaining why people tend to make these mistakes.","PeriodicalId":92777,"journal":{"name":"Ergonomics international journal","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"68919481","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":"A Study on the Acceptability of the Elderly Driver according to the Assistant Method","authors":"Seunghee Hong","doi":"10.23880/eoij-16000253","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23880/eoij-16000253","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":92777,"journal":{"name":"Ergonomics international journal","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2020-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"68919464","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":"Are Teachers Standing Too Much at Work?","authors":"K. Karuppiah","doi":"10.23880/eoij-16000216","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23880/eoij-16000216","url":null,"abstract":"Limited standing working conditions such as prolonged standing work or static working posture among teachers is a common sight in the classroom, especially during school hours. From the perspective of this article working in a prolonged static standing working posture is very disadvantageous since the lower extremities would fully support the total body weight of a teacher. This will result in continuous loading on the lower extremities such as the knee joints and particularly the feet, leading to the incidence of discomfort and pain. In appreciation of the significance of managing standing jobs among teachers, this article was ready to disseminate data on prolong-standing health effects and intervention methods associated with teaching practices. This information may be helpful as a guideline for improving their school management to improve occupational health among teachers.","PeriodicalId":92777,"journal":{"name":"Ergonomics international journal","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"68918614","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":"The Relationship between Postural Risk Factors and Musculoskeletal Disorders in Occupational Therapists in Tehran","authors":"H. Mokhtarinia","doi":"10.23880/eoij-16000210","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23880/eoij-16000210","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":92777,"journal":{"name":"Ergonomics international journal","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"68918838","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":"Enhancement of Information Design and its Retrieval in Glucose Monitoring Device","authors":"C. Shekhar","doi":"10.23880/eoij-16000190","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23880/eoij-16000190","url":null,"abstract":"Today we are living in emerging world where doctors, engineers and designers are collaborating for growth and development of Health care sector. Researchers are not only working on the cure and treatment of severe diseases but also taking care of their monitoring aspect. In current scenario, we are battling against diseases with no cure such as Cancer, Alzheimer’s, HIV and diabetes. Diabetes is spanning day by day in every generation around the world because of our unhealthy life style and ignorance towards precautions. According to IDF, the numbers of diabetics in the world are 365 million, representing around 8.5% of the global population. India has the highest number of diabetics in the entire world. In diabetes, glucose monitoring is crucial as it can be lethal if not checked regularly. Even with the discovery of glucose monitoring system days back in 1960s, its technology is still fresh and foreign to our population. Most of the glucose monitoring devices available in India is developed by foreign companies. User manual, patient leaflet and device interface is inspired by taking into account of emotions, life style and knowledge of foreign population. Glucose meter, which comes with measuring strips, is widely available in India and measuring glucose level with it, is a complex task. To make this measuring task simple for the user and offer better information regardless of age, gender and education is the demand of Indian users. Therefore, Designing and developing it for Indian population is a necessity. It should be designed in such a way that Indian users can connect with and understand it with their present knowledge.","PeriodicalId":92777,"journal":{"name":"Ergonomics international journal","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"68918100","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":"Implicit Biases a Breeding Ground for Stereotypes and Racism","authors":"Y. Moore, K. Taylor","doi":"10.23880/EOIJ-16000215","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23880/EOIJ-16000215","url":null,"abstract":"This Manuscript examines stereotypes assigned by college students on different members of society. Specially through a quantitative research design, measured are stereotypes that exist amongst a small sample of Millikin University a Private University with a limited body of diverse students located in Decatur Il. The purpose of this survey was to examine the irrational stereotypes place on individuals when only a picture of their presumed race and gender are available.","PeriodicalId":92777,"journal":{"name":"Ergonomics international journal","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2019-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"68918578","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}