Elsevier

Applied Ergonomics

Volume 68, April 2018, Pages 289-293
Applied Ergonomics

Review article
Participatory ergonomics: Evidence and implementation lessons

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apergo.2017.12.009Get rights and content
Under a Creative Commons license
open access

Highlights

  • Participatory ergonomics programs can reduce musculoskeletal injuries.

  • Management commitment is essential.

  • Training in manual task risk management is required.

  • Tools to analyse and document risks and controls are helpful.

Abstract

Participatory ergonomics programs have been proposed as the most effective means of eliminating, or redesigning, manual tasks with the aim of reducing the incidence of occupational musculoskeletal disorders. This review assesses the evidentiary basis for this claim; describes the range of approaches which have been taken under the banner of participatory ergonomics in diverse industries; and collates the lessons learned about the implementation of such programs.

Keywords

Participatory ergonomics
Manual tasks
Musculoskeletal disorders

Cited by (0)