Ergonomic Risk Controls in Construction Industry- A Literature Review

This paper overview the ergonomics risk control in construction industry. The objective is to give a basic introduction of ergonomic in construction industry and risk controls in relation to minimize the ergonomics risk factors. The study will highlight five (5) significant ergonomics risk controls. Better communication and management control will enhance ergonomics implementation in the workplace. It is followed by the appropriate ergonomics design, organization training and education. Written ergonomics program statement which outlines the goals and plans for the organization ergonomic program are also essential in order to reduce the ergonomics risk factors.