Murray State Theses and Dissertations

Abstract

Abstract

This study aimed to examine the relationship between poor ergonomic conditions and student physiological discrepancies. This examination provided great insight into students’ daily experiences and concerns for their futures. The methodology used for this study was quantitative as two source data sets were collected and analyzed. The tool REBA was used to measure the specific body angles while students sat working. A survey yielded great results, giving the students an opportunity to subjectively choose options.

This exploratory study allowed the researcher to use quantitative data to answer this study’s research questions. The research questions asked from this study were contoured to examine the links between musculoskeletal disorders, decreased mental health, and restrictions of social activities, the questions also forced the students to think about how their futures may look if ergonomic conditions are not mitigated properly.

The key research found that many ergonomic conditions are found within college students, but further research is needed to determine the effects on their futures as working adults. The implications of this study allowed the researcher to broaden their research on the subject and possibly offer mitigation efforts proceeding with future research.

Keywords: Musculoskeletal disorders, ergonomics, human factors, worksite efficiency, enforcement, mitigatory corrective actions.

Year manuscript completed

2023

Year degree awarded

2023

Author's Keywords

Musculoskeletal disorders, ergonomics, human factors, worksite efficiency, enforcement, mitigatory corrective actions.

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Dissertation Committee Chair

Dr. Landon Clark

Committee Chair

Dr. Landon Clark

Committee Member

Dr. Teresa Clark

Committee Member

Dr. Jaime Dodson

Document Type

Dissertation

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