Ergonomics Checklist for an Industry

Ergonomics Checklist

BODILY POSTURE  (sitting, standing, stooping)

• Reach distances convenient
• Work height correct
• Body position comfortable
• Pedals, handles conveniently placed
• Vision not impaired
• Access to instrument convenient and safe
• Access to work places convenient and safe

SEATED WORK

• Adequate number of seats available
• Seats correct height considering the person
• Footrest required
• Seat comfortable

MUSCULAR WORK/ HANDLING OF MATERIAL

• Static or dynamic muscular effort over a long period
• Weight moved too much
• Can mechanical assistance be provided
• Safe lifting practices
• Tiring work condition
• Adequate work breaks
• Fire equipment 

PERCEPTION/LIGHTING

• Adequate lighting(day and night)
• No irritating glare /light contrast /reflection in work field
• Dials conveniently placed, visible, labelled
• Dials readable and related to control levers/knobs
• Audible signals adequate

VIGILANCE/CONCENTRATION

• Is vigilance disturbed by noise
• Is vigilance disturbed by other activities/ people in work area
• Does noise interfere with verbal communication

Machine List

• Pressing machine
• Trolley
• Cleaning gun
• Cleaning table
• Garments / Knitwear Machine List
• Folding machine
• Shirt folding machine
• Automatic washing machine
• Hand washing facility
• Tumble dry machine
• Drying room facility
• Embroidery machine
• Rivet setting machine
• Stone setting machine
• Measuring table
• Final inspection table