Original scientific paper

Analysis of the statodynamic load on workers in the technological cutting process

Snježana Kirin ; Karlovac University of Applied Sciences, Karlovac, Croatia *
Anica Hursa Šajatović orcid.org/0000-0002-3394-3115 ; University of Zagreb Faculty of Textile Technology, Zagreb, Croatia

* Corresponding author.

Abstract

Work in the technological cutting process requires a high degree of visual acuity and is performed in a standing posture, resulting in significant stress on the lumbar and cervical spine, as well as the legs, arms, and hands. The workload of workers in the technological cutting process was investigated using the RULA approach at two typical workplaces. The RULA method was used to determine the body load resulting from the work posture in relation to the requirements of the work task. The results of the analysis show a load on the legs, the presence of increased flexion of the spine and head, and a high proportion of hand and finger work, leading to worker fatigue. A proposal was made to redesign the current workplaces in order to reduce awkward working postures and increase work productivity.

Keywords

technological cutting process; RULA method; workload

Hrčak ID:

335966

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/335966

Publication date:

21.5.2025.

Article data in other languages: croatian

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