Proceedings of ICLT 2025
SAFETY LOGISTICS: A CASE STUDY IN THE RISK OF WORK-RELATED MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS IN MANUAL LOGISTICS TASK IN Thailand
Nivit Charoenchai
Department of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Chiang Mai University, Thailand
International Conference on Logistics & Transport 2025, Tokyo, Japan, pp. 189-195
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Abstract
Purpose: This research addresses the critical yet often overlooked aspect of occupational safety within the logistics industry, specifically focusing on safety logistics. This study aims to identify and assess ergonomic risks among gas cylinder delivery workers in Thailand to ultimately enhance worker safety and well-being. Design/methodology/approach: This study employed an observational design to investigate the work behaviors of gas cylinder delivery workers in Thailand. The research focused on tasks involving the manual handling of 15 kg, 30 kg, and 45 kg gas cylinders. To evaluate the risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs), the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) tool was systematically applied to observe and analyze the working postures of these employees. Findings: The RULA assessment effectively identified various postures presenting risks for WMSDs among the gas cylinder delivery workers. The findings indicate specific high-risk movements and body positions frequently adopted during the manual handling tasks. Practical implications: The identified ergonomic risks provide valuable insights for developing targeted intervention strategies including ergonomic training programs, appropriate material handling equipment, and redesigned work processes. Originality/value: This research contributes to the growing body of knowledge on safety logistics by specifically addressing ergonomic risks in manual handling tasks within the Thai gas delivery sector.
Keywords
Safety Logistics; Ergonomics; Manual Handling; RULA; Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders
Citation
Nivit Charoenchai (2025). SAFETY LOGISTICS: A CASE STUDY IN THE RISK OF WORK-RELATED MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS IN MANUAL LOGISTICS TASK IN Thailand. Proceedings of the International Conference on Logistics & Transport (ICLT 2025), Tokyo, Japan, pp. 189-195.