Abstract
Generally speaking, the application of ergonomics approaches by participants focuses on analyzing and redesigning workstations and production lines. These approaches facilitate the implementation of solutions, and are worthwhile in cases where a limited number of workstations present MSI risk factors and the problem is well-defined. Very often, however, the station-by-station approach does not allow companies to deal with systemic dysfunctions, where several workstations have to be taken into account at the same time. We have therefore developed a diagnostic procedure for dealing with generalized problems within companies. This procedure was tested in a sports equipment manufacturing company. The project was carried out with a view to offering the company guidance in terms of the actions it should take to prevent MSIs and improve productivity.
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