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A comparative study of electronic and pen-paper safety inspections: A mixed method study design for assessing ergonomic parameters.
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International Journal of Applied Electromagnetics & Mechanics . 2023, Vol. 72 Issue 4, p849-857. 9p. - Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- BACKGROUND: Workplace inspections are applied to facilitate the adherence to the occupational health and safety regulations. The Iranian Ministry of Health introduced a new software system for tablets to inspect workplaces. OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to take measurements of the usability, mental workload, and mood of inspectors. METHODS: Inspectors used both pen-and-paper and tablet methods to inspect the automotive industry in a mixed-method procedure. The NASA-TLX score, QUIS score, I-PANAS (SF) situation, inspection time, and number of errors were collected throughout the procedure. The differences were investigated using a paired sample and the Wilcoxon signed ranks test. RESULTS: In terms of efficacy, using the tablet resulted in lower error rates, but it took longer to complete the inspection task (P < 0.001). Participants perceived a lower workload when inspecting with a tablet rather than the traditional method. (Mental Demand: p < 0.002, Performance: p < 0.009, Effort: p < 0.012, TLX: p < 0.002 based on various subcomponents of NASA-TLX). The newly introduced system's usability was insufficient. CONCLUSION: Although the use of tablets has improved safety inspections, ergonomic redesign of the system and consideration of a user-centered approach, as well as inspector training, can make the system more likely to succeed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 13835416
- Volume :
- 72
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- International Journal of Applied Electromagnetics & Mechanics
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 169793630
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.3233/WOR-210035