Essays about: "ergonomic risks"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 16 essays containing the words ergonomic risks.

  1. 1. Robotic Automation of Mechanical Verification

    University essay from KTH/Integrerad produktutveckling och design

    Author : Sofie Gårdestam; Amalia Kronér; [2024]
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    Abstract : This master thesis explores the implementation of Collaborative robots into Elekta's mechanical product verification process. Elekta is a pioneer in precision radiation therapy solutions. Ensuring the compliance of Elekta's products with performance, safety, and quality criteria is of great importance. READ MORE

  3. 2. Product development of hand-held scooping utensil for the pharmaceutical industry

    University essay from KTH/Ergonomi

    Author : Josefin Kruse; [2024]
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    Abstract : Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are one of the most common groups of work-related illnesses. At PET Dispensing, AstraZeneca Södertälje, several MSDs had been linked to a specific scooping utensil made of stainless steel. READ MORE

  4. 3. Improving Objectivity and Reliability of Observational Risk Assessment Tools by using Technical Instruments

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)

    Author : Cephas Charsmar-Etor; [2023]
    Keywords : Direct measurement instruments; Observational instruments; Body segments and postures; Inertial measurement unit; Wearable sensors;

    Abstract : Ergonomic assessments to determine risks of work-related musculoskeletal disorders as well as to compare designs of work-tasks and workstations, are imperative for high sustainability and productivity in any given industry. Hence, assessment tools that can objectively and reliably capture postures, joint angles and muscle activities play very important role in properly determining risks relating to work and various tasks. READ MORE

  5. 4. Evaluation of the RAMP Tool’s New Hand Model -Reliability, Usability and Face Validity

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)

    Author : Dina Burghol; [2023]
    Keywords : Hand-Intensive Work; RAMP Tool; Observation-based Risk Assessment tools; reliability; Usability; Face Validity.;

    Abstract : Hand-intensive work significantly correlates with the increased risks of developing Distal upper-extremity (DUE) Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs), such as carpal tunnel syndrome and tendinitis. Many studies have investigated the physical risk factors and their contribution to the occurrence of the DUE WMSDs. READ MORE

  6. 5. Improving planning and design practices in (re)construction : - Avenues to enhance users’ work environment

    University essay from KTH/Ergonomi

    Author : Johanna Morin; [2022]
    Keywords : Physical ergonomics; Project process; Construction work;

    Abstract : Understanding a well-functioning work environment during project processes is complex and continuous due to the dynamic risk management and physical er-gonomics. This thesis presents a study on (re)construction projects within a Swedish context from a project managers perspective in projects. READ MORE