VIBRATIONS: A SILENT RISK IN WORK-RELATED MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS

Daniel Onuț BADEA, Doru Costin DARABONT, Oana Roxana CHIVU, Şener KARABULUT, Alina TRIFU, Raluca Maria IORDACHE

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Employees are exposed to harmful vibrations in their work environment, which can pose risks to their health and work performance. Excessive vibrations can negatively impact the musculoskeletal system, leading to disorders. This study aims to present a conceptual framework that explores the interactions among external factors such as vibrations, psychosocial elements, workplace risks, and individual characteristics that interact with the musculoskeletal system. The results of this study provide insight into how these factors affect the musculoskeletal system, offering suggestions for creating work environments that can help prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders.

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