Abstract
The aim of this study was to examine the ergonomic hazards that are associated with steel
manufacturing at a plant in Redcliff, Harare. The objectives of the study were to identify the ergonomic
hazards, analysis of their effects and an assessment of the effectiveness of measures that are in place
to combat the impacts of the hazards on employees. The research encompassed both qualitative and
quantitative research paradigms and the use of primary and secondary methods of collecting data
pertaining to ergonomic hazards associated with steel manufacturing. Primary data was gathered
through questionnaires, field observations and interviews while secondary data was obtained from
the company health and safety records, clinic records, national health and safety policies and
journals. Results from the study indicated that the level of knowledge and appreciation of ergonomics
amongst the employees was still low due to inadequate training and lack of management commitment.
There is need to consider ergonomic interventions in the day to day operations of the company in
order to reduce work related ergonomic hazards, risk factors and ergonomic injuries.
Tendai, M (2021). Ergonomic hazards Associated with Steel Manufacturing Industry: The case of a steel making company in Redcliff, Zimbabwe. Afribary. Retrieved from https://afribary.com/works/ergonomic-hazards-associated-with-steel-manufacturing-industry-the-case-of-a-steel-making-company-in-redcliff-zimbabwe
Tendai, Mamvura "Ergonomic hazards Associated with Steel Manufacturing Industry: The case of a steel making company in Redcliff, Zimbabwe" Afribary. Afribary, 04 May. 2021, https://afribary.com/works/ergonomic-hazards-associated-with-steel-manufacturing-industry-the-case-of-a-steel-making-company-in-redcliff-zimbabwe. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
Tendai, Mamvura . "Ergonomic hazards Associated with Steel Manufacturing Industry: The case of a steel making company in Redcliff, Zimbabwe". Afribary, Afribary, 04 May. 2021. Web. 22 Nov. 2024. < https://afribary.com/works/ergonomic-hazards-associated-with-steel-manufacturing-industry-the-case-of-a-steel-making-company-in-redcliff-zimbabwe >.
Tendai, Mamvura . "Ergonomic hazards Associated with Steel Manufacturing Industry: The case of a steel making company in Redcliff, Zimbabwe" Afribary (2021). Accessed November 22, 2024. https://afribary.com/works/ergonomic-hazards-associated-with-steel-manufacturing-industry-the-case-of-a-steel-making-company-in-redcliff-zimbabwe