Mapping of ergonomic assessment tools

Authors

  • Alison Alfred Klein
  • Maria Lucia Leite Ribeiro Okimoto

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29147/datjournal.v8i2.720

Keywords:

Ergonomics tools, Working Posture Analysis, Musculoskeletal Disorders, Risk Assessment

Abstract

Ergonomists use in their daily routine instruments, which these professionals call analysis tools. Each one of them has a scientific basis and an intended use. The objective of this study was to perform a mapping of the ergonomics tools most often cited in the scientific literature, with the objective of detailing and differentiating the main characteristics. After performing an RBS with the key words that indicate tool use and ergonomic risk assessment, 82 tools were mapped, from which the authors of this article selected the 10 most cited and performed an investigation of their main characteristics and functionalities. We then concluded that each of these tools has its intended use, and the overlapping of tools indicates a lack of effectiveness. We still observed the great influence of analysts over non-technology tools, thus the use of technology is not yet fully applied to the work reality in a broad way.

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Author Biographies

Alison Alfred Klein

Graduated in Physiotherapy (UTP), specialization in Occupational Physiotherapy (CBES) and master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering – Ergonomics (UFPR) Currently studying for a Doctorate in Design (UFPR), and Ergonomist at KINEBOT and develops solutions in motion assessment and ergonomic strategies. He has experience in the field of ergonomics management and quality of life programs, occupational physiotherapy, working mainly on the following topics: ergonomics, occupational health, prevention.

Maria Lucia Leite Ribeiro Okimoto

Postdoctoral fellow at Technische Universitat München, Fakultät für Maschinenwesen Lehrsthul für Ergonomie from July 2012 to Feb 2013, Germany. PhD in Production Engineering from the Federal University of Santa Catarina and RWTH-Aachen, Germany (2000). Master in Production Engineering from the Federal University of Santa Catarina (1994). Degree in Industrial Design from the Federal University of Paraná (1983). Professor| Federal University of Paraná. Mechanical Engineering | Postgraduate Programs: Mechanical Engineering (PGMEC) and DESIGN (PPGDesign)| Coordinates the Ergonomics and Usability Laboratory (LABERG, UFPR). Coordinator of the Assistive Technology Research and Development Network (RPDTA). Interested in Inclusive Design, Universal Design, Usability and Ergonomics.

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2023-06-29

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Klein, A. A., & Leite Ribeiro Okimoto, M. L. (2023). Mapping of ergonomic assessment tools. DAT Journal, 8(2), 136–159. https://doi.org/10.29147/datjournal.v8i2.720