Physiological Strain of Warehouse Staff in Bangkok and Suburban Areas
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https://doi.org/10.48047/jtvbdt28Keywords:
Warehouse staff, EMG, %MVC, %CVL, WBGT, SWI, Manual material handlingAbstract
Introduction: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are an increasing concern that affects individuals across diverse professions, diminishing their quality of life. This study evaluates biomechanical risks faced by manual material handling workers in Thai small and medium-sized firms (SMEs) specializing in warehousing services. Approaches: Forty male volunteers, aged 26 to 33, were classified based on the weight of goods managed. Three categories were delineated: low-weight; LH (6-15 kg), medium-weight; MH (16-25 kg), and extra-heavy-weight; EH (>25 kg). During a 30-minute work interval, participants' physical state, cardiovascular load (%CVL), and muscle condition (%MVC) were assessed objectively.
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