Ergonomic aspects of accident at work rate
Journal Title: Zeszyty Naukowe Małopolskiej Wyższej Szkoły Ekonomicznej w Tarnowie - Year 2018, Vol 37, Issue 1
Abstract
The aim of the article is an overall evaluation of changes within the scope of work conditions and accident rate during the years 2011 to 2016 with special attention paid to women accident rate as well as indication of steps intended to reduce it. Previously obtained research findings, relevant data from statistics Poland (GUS) and some recommendation as regards ergonomics and occupational health and safety have been used for their formulation. Based on the presented results of the analysis of the work accident rate phenomenon it has been stated that despite modernization of numerous companies and substantial improvement of work conditions the work accident rate maintains steadily a high level whereas, as far as women are concerned, in the last 2–3 years covered by the study it has slightly increased. The final conclusions have been formulated in which it has been underscored that in order to reduce work accident rate more frequent employee trainings must be conducted, covering not only occupational health and safety but also effective relaxation and body recovery during breaks methods, work safety culture, learning through questionnaires regarding health and safety. Moreover, women’s work stations must be monitored and then modernized with the use of an ergonomic checklist.
Authors and Affiliations
Zenon Muszyński, Michał Kozioł, Eugeniusz Kulwicki
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