Postural & Hand Ergonomics Assessments in Wiring High Voltage Control & Protection Panels

The wiring activity of electrical panels have few studies on it. Not like in the automotive industry, the continuous process improvement and ergonomics are an essential requirement on its processes. This study will support to improve postural and hand ergonomic related issues to enhance the comfort of technician and increase its productivity. The survey is based on Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaires (CMDQ) for standing workers and hand symptoms, RULA (Rapid Upper Limb Assessment), and REBA (Rapid Entire Body Assessment). The findings recommend a necessary change to improve or even eliminate the postural and hand ergonomic related issues in panel wiring activity. The result of the data opens a new horizon of opportunities for change to improve the welfare and productivity of an organization or company.