Evaluation of work practices and work-related disorders among selected hospitality industry workers- a preliminary survey
Background: Ergonomics plays an important role in safety and health of professionals in skill-based work stations. Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) can affect almost all parts of the body especially the neck, back and upper limbs, depending upon the physical movement characteristics as well as ergonomic & mechanical design of work tasks. In order to ensure good practices at work it is necessary to understand the engineering and worker controls of professionals involved in heavy work demand and stressful work stations.