Optimal Ergonomics for Cleaning Processes Methods and Cleaning Equipment
Cleaners have many work-related problems and declining occupational health, which leads to occupational injuries, sickness retirement and high sickness absence. Studies have shown that work-related physical injuries can be linked to poor working postures and inappropriate ergonomics in the workplace, as well as to inappropriate ergonomics in the workplace as well as to inappropriate design of cleaning tools.
Aims and Objectives
The main objective of this project is to develop preventive action programs and strategies to improve the work situation, health and productivity of cleaners and to increase knowledge of the risks associated with cleaning activities and related work environments. In order to achieve an improved health and safety awareness among cleaners and employers and others, it is also necessary to comprehensively identify and evaluate existing cleaning methods, tools, research results, cleaning quality, indoor climate and environmental impact. Proposals for the improvement of cleaning tools should also be implemented
Method
Ergonomic testing of the new proposed measures by measuring:
Maximum oxygen consumption and heart rate
Biomechanical analysis of body postures
Perceived exertion (interviews and questionnaires)
Analysis of body posture (including using advanced computer tools)
Subjective assessment (interviews and questionnaires), etc.
Results
The expected outcomes of the project are:
optimised working conditions
improved job satisfaction
reduced occupational injuries
prevention of occupational injuries
increased productivity
improved ergonomic design of cleaning equipment
improved safety, comfort and ergonomic awareness
reduced sickness benefit, and drug costs.
reduced sick leave
reduced early retirement
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