The Impact of Ergonomic Interventions on Employee Productivity and Wellbeing
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.56294/hl2022123Keywords:
Ergonomic, Work Environment, Efficiency, Productivity, Self-ReportedAbstract
Introduction: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of ergonomic interventions on employee productivity and well-being. Ergonomic measures involve generating a safer and better workspace, subsequently improving employee performance and contentment.
Methods: This study implemented a controlled experiment with two groups of employees, with one group receiving intervention and the other group serving as a control group. and the impact of interventions was measured in terms of productivity levels and self-reported wellbeing before and after the interventions.
Results: All groups resulted in a significant improvement of productivity levels and well being among the employees who received ergonomic products in comparison to the control group. It indicates ergonomics interventions positively so towards improving employee performance and health well-behindness.
Conclusions: Posture corrections are essential for reducing the risk in all aspects of life As such, employers must focus on designing workspaces that promote these ergonomics enhancing workspaces for the betterment of the organization and the employees alike.
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