Understanding Ergonomics in Nigerian Work Organisations: A Conceptual Review

Nkemdili Nnonyelu
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Nkemdili Nnonyelu: Department of Sociology/Anthropology Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2023, vol. 7, issue 9, 1266-1272

Abstract: The paper seeks to illuminate the concept and utilisation of ergonomics in Nigeria. It reveals that although ergonomics enjoys global currency, it is yet to be felt in Nigerian work organisations. The review of literature on ergonomics awareness, reveals that it is still very poor. It is also observed from the qualitative review that ergonomics, or the resetting of the workplace is at the rudimentary stage owing to paucity of funds, hostility of employers in both the public and private sector in matters of ergonomics, poor appreciation of the essence of ergonomics by employees themselves, and the nature of the Nigerian industrial system. The paper recommends that the benefits of ergonomics to the welfare and wellbeing of organisational participants be made more visible with necessary information.

Date: 2023
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