Review on pen-and-paper-based observational methods for assessing ergonomic risk factors of computer work

Work : a Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation
Mohd Nasrull Abdol Rahman, Siti Shafika Mohamad

Abstract

Computer works are associated with Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs). There are several methods have been developed to assess computer work risk factor related to MSDs. This review aims to give an overview of current techniques available for pen-and-paper-based observational methods in assessing ergonomic risk factors of computer work. We searched an electronic database for materials from 1992 until 2015. The selected methods were focused on computer work, pen-and-paper observational methods, office risk factors and musculoskeletal disorders. This review was developed to assess the risk factors, reliability and validity of pen-and-paper observational method associated with computer work. Two evaluators independently carried out this review. Seven observational methods used to assess exposure to office risk factor for work-related musculoskeletal disorders were identified. The risk factors involved in current techniques of pen and paper based observational tools were postures, office components, force and repetition. From the seven methods, only five methods had been tested for reliability. They were proven to be reliable and were rated as moderate to good. For the validity testing, from seven methods only four methods were teste...Continue Reading

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Mar 7, 2020·International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health·Malene Jagd SvendsenAndreas Holtermann
Jul 6, 2021·Work : a Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation·Donna L Skelly

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