Assessment of workplace ergonomics and its impact on musculoskeletal disorders among office workers in the selected corporate office in Dhaka

Abstract

Background: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are one of the most common health problems at work across the world. They are especially bad for office workers because they have to stay in the same position for extended periods of time, do the same movements over and again, and don't follow proper ergonomic procedures. Methods: This cross-sectional study looks at the prevalence, risk factors, and ergonomic variables that cause MSDs among workers at the Walton Corporate Office in Bangladesh. Using a standardized questionnaire based on the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ) and the Rapid Office Strain Assessment (ROSA), data were gathered from office workers in different departments. Results: The results show that MSDs are very frequent, with the neck, lower back, and shoulders being the areas that are most often afflicted. Statistical study shows that demographic characteristics including ergonomics, kind of job, and length of employment are strongly linked to the development of MSDs. Women and people over 40 were more likely to say they had musculoskeletal problems. Also, bad design of the desk, long hours at work, and not moving about during the day were also key issues. Conclusion: The study's results are in line with what other studies have found throughout the world, which shows that there is an urgent need for ergonomic changes in office settings. The results suggest that the business should make ergonomic modifications, promote health education, and create proactive occupational health measures to lower the number of MSD cases and improve employee health. Key words: workplace ergonomics, musculoskeletal disorders, office workers