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WE OFFER CLASSES, ASSIGNMENT GUIDELINES, EXAMINATION PREPARATION,
RESEARCH AND RESEARCH PROPOSALS, DISSERTATION EDITING etc.
OTHER THAN UNISA, WE ALSO ASSIST STUDENTS AT VARIOUS INSTITUTIONS
INCLUDING MANCOSA, REGENT, REGEYNESES, BOSTON, STADIO, OLG, UJ, UP etc
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Question 1 [20] ........................................................................................................... 3
Question 2 [10] ........................................................................................................... 5
Question 3 [10] ......................................................................................................... 15
Question 4 [10] ......................................................................................................... 22
References ............................................................................................................... 29
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Question 1 [20]
It is evident from the article above that there has been a shift to place greater emphasis on the
prevention of workplace injuries with the implementation of new regulations aimed at
preventing occupational diseases and injuries relating to ergonomic hazards in South African
workplaces. Explain the ergonomic risk factors in the workplace that have been identified by
safety regulation specialists? (Remember to reference the sources you consult).
Rapid or repetitive motion
According to Esterhuyzen and Louw (2019) tasks that require repetitive motions, such as
assembly line work, can lead to musculoskeletal disorders. It is generally understood that rapid
or repetitive motion occurs with tasks where the action of the body is the same or similar over
an extended number of iterations.
Movements requiring force exertion or Forceful Exertions
Activities that involve heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling can strain muscles and lead to injuries.
According to Vincoli (2024) physical effort when performing certain tasks places a lot of
biomechanical stress on the employee’s body.
Awkward or non-neutral postures
Maintaining uncomfortable or awkward positions for extended periods can cause strain on the
body. These include extreme movements of reach, static muscle loading, awkwardly sustained
postures, and contact stress.
Prolonged duration of exposure
According to Esterhuyzen and Louw (2019) the risk of injury increases with an increase in
exposure to certain stressors in the workplace.
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Poor working organization
Inadequate workstation design, which include poorly adjusted chairs, desks, and computer
equipment, can contribute to musculoskeletal problems (Vincoli, 2024). Employees who are
expected to perform certain tasks without sufficient rest periods to ensure the body has enough
recovery time will see an increased risk of muscle fatigue and ultimately MSDs.
However, there are other ergonomics risk factors in the workplace, although they are not
included in the case. The following some of these factors.
Psychological stress at work and fatigue: According to Esterhuyzen and Louw (2019)
psychological stress at work is caused by many aspects, such as the design of tasks, employee
participation, management styles, work relationships, dangerous working environments and
job expectations.
Cold environments or handling chilled or frozen products: results in reduced dexterity, reduces
tactile sensitivity, and causes nervous block that reduces the ability to perform tasks.
Vibration: Exposure to vibration from tools or machinery can lead to hand-arm vibration
syndrome and other health issues (Vincoli, 2024). According to Esterhuyzen and Louw (2019)
vibration affects the body in three main areas: a. Effect of vibrating tools on the person’s hand-
arm system b. Effect on the spinal column from whole-body vibrations c. Effect on vision from
head vibration.
Gender: According to Vincoli (2024) gender and the development of MSDs (musculo-skeletal
disorders), with some claiming that women are more prone to develop these diseases than men.
Age : Esterhuyzen and Louw (2019) notes that elderly employees have reduced mobility, their
bones are more fragile and their ligaments their elasticity.
4
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DISCLAIMER: THIS IS NOT AN OFFICIAL GUIDE FROM UNISA. THE REPORT IS NOT
PREPARED NOR APPROVED BY UNISA, RATHER REPRESENTS A POSSIBLE
SOLUTION TO THE TASK CONSISTENT WITH THEORY. THIS ASSIGNMENT IS
INTENDED TO ASSIST STUDENTS IN GETTING STARTED WITH THEIR ASSIGNMENT,
AND IN NO CASE THIS DOCUMENT SHOULD BE USED FOR CHEATING. WE BELIEVE
THIS WILL BE A GOOD STARTING POINT AS IT WAS PREPARED BY OUR TEAM OF
PROFESSIONAL PRIVATE TUTORS WHO ARE EXPERTS IN THE FIELD, AND IT WAS
PREPARED USING VARIOUS SOURCES. ANY SIMILARITY WITH ANY EXISTING
THEORY OR DISCUSSION BY OTHER AUTHORS IS EXCUSED. THE AUTHORS
HOWEVER DO NOT CLAIM MONOPOLY TO KNOWLEDGE HENCE MODIFICATION OF
THE ANSWERS CONTAINED IN THIS FRAMEWORK MAY NOT BE PROHIBITED AS IT
CONTRIBUTES TO EXPANSION OF KNOWLEDGE. FOR ANY FURTHER GUIDELINE
ABOUT THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HERE AND THE MODULE IN GENERAL,
CONTACT PASSMATE TUTORIALS.
WE ASSIST WITH OTHER MODULES INCLUDING:
ECSs, FACs, MACs, MNGs, INTs, TRLs, HMEMS, PRMs, PROs, MNBs, DSC, QMI, MNMs,
MNO, MNPs, FIN, PUBs, MNMs, RESEARCH among others.
WE OFFER CLASSES, ASSIGNMENT GUIDELINES, EXAMINATION PREPARATION,
RESEARCH AND RESEARCH PROPOSALS, DISSERTATION EDITING etc.
OTHER THAN UNISA, WE ALSO ASSIST STUDENTS AT VARIOUS INSTITUTIONS
INCLUDING MANCOSA, REGENT, REGEYNESES, BOSTON, STADIO, OLG, UJ, UP etc
For any enquiries the following numbers can be used for calling, sms, whatsapp and telegram
CONTACT PASSMATE TUTORIALS @061 262 1185/068 053 8213/0717 513 144
PASSMATE TUTORIALS 061 262 1185/068 053 8213/0717 513 144
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reasonable size roughly 5 to 8 pages, you may no use everything
which is featured in this document
You are good to go!
Table of Contents
Question 1 [20] ........................................................................................................... 3
Question 2 [10] ........................................................................................................... 5
Question 3 [10] ......................................................................................................... 15
Question 4 [10] ......................................................................................................... 22
References ............................................................................................................... 29
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Question 1 [20]
It is evident from the article above that there has been a shift to place greater emphasis on the
prevention of workplace injuries with the implementation of new regulations aimed at
preventing occupational diseases and injuries relating to ergonomic hazards in South African
workplaces. Explain the ergonomic risk factors in the workplace that have been identified by
safety regulation specialists? (Remember to reference the sources you consult).
Rapid or repetitive motion
According to Esterhuyzen and Louw (2019) tasks that require repetitive motions, such as
assembly line work, can lead to musculoskeletal disorders. It is generally understood that rapid
or repetitive motion occurs with tasks where the action of the body is the same or similar over
an extended number of iterations.
Movements requiring force exertion or Forceful Exertions
Activities that involve heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling can strain muscles and lead to injuries.
According to Vincoli (2024) physical effort when performing certain tasks places a lot of
biomechanical stress on the employee’s body.
Awkward or non-neutral postures
Maintaining uncomfortable or awkward positions for extended periods can cause strain on the
body. These include extreme movements of reach, static muscle loading, awkwardly sustained
postures, and contact stress.
Prolonged duration of exposure
According to Esterhuyzen and Louw (2019) the risk of injury increases with an increase in
exposure to certain stressors in the workplace.
3
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Poor working organization
Inadequate workstation design, which include poorly adjusted chairs, desks, and computer
equipment, can contribute to musculoskeletal problems (Vincoli, 2024). Employees who are
expected to perform certain tasks without sufficient rest periods to ensure the body has enough
recovery time will see an increased risk of muscle fatigue and ultimately MSDs.
However, there are other ergonomics risk factors in the workplace, although they are not
included in the case. The following some of these factors.
Psychological stress at work and fatigue: According to Esterhuyzen and Louw (2019)
psychological stress at work is caused by many aspects, such as the design of tasks, employee
participation, management styles, work relationships, dangerous working environments and
job expectations.
Cold environments or handling chilled or frozen products: results in reduced dexterity, reduces
tactile sensitivity, and causes nervous block that reduces the ability to perform tasks.
Vibration: Exposure to vibration from tools or machinery can lead to hand-arm vibration
syndrome and other health issues (Vincoli, 2024). According to Esterhuyzen and Louw (2019)
vibration affects the body in three main areas: a. Effect of vibrating tools on the person’s hand-
arm system b. Effect on the spinal column from whole-body vibrations c. Effect on vision from
head vibration.
Gender: According to Vincoli (2024) gender and the development of MSDs (musculo-skeletal
disorders), with some claiming that women are more prone to develop these diseases than men.
Age : Esterhuyzen and Louw (2019) notes that elderly employees have reduced mobility, their
bones are more fragile and their ligaments their elasticity.
4
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