Ergonomic Challenges in Conventional and Advanced Apparel Manufacturing.
Abstract
Apparel manufacturing is a labor-intensive, assembly line process requiring significant amounts of repetitive, skilled manipulation,. A survey of three typical plants in the southeastern United States identified relatively high frequencies of musculoskeletal discomfort among the sewing operators. Poorly designed and maladjusted work stations contributed to these reported problems. Subsequent research found that ergonomic interventions including redesign and proper adjustment of workstations, use of ergonomically-designed seating, and training in low-risk methods and posture substantially reduced these complaints. Other innovations in equipment, job, and organizational design, including adjustable workstations, automation, and modular manufacturing, were also explored. While many of these technologies have potential to improve comfort, safety and efficiency, new ergonomics issues will appear with their introduction. A textbook and videotape to provide manufacturing supervisors instruction in identifying and addressing the most common ergonomic problems in the workplace were developed and are being distributed.... Apparel Manufacturing Ergonomic Musculoskeletal.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADA262043
Entities
People
- Daniel J. Ortiz
- Dennis J. Folds
- Jeffrey M. Gerth
- Michael J. Kelly
- Nancy Davis
- Schryl Rose
- Theodore K. Courtney
Organizations
- Georgia Tech