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Assessment of postural risks in adolescents aged 12-19 during smartphone use Kurnia, Fikrihadi; Triadi, Anak Agung Alit; Suartika, I Made; Wijana, Made; Pradityatama, Maharsa
Journal Industrial Servicess Vol 10, No 1 (2024): April 2024
Publisher : Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36055/jiss.v10i1.23803

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In contemporary times, the use of smartphones has become an essential requirement for daily life in the digital era. The prevalent consequences of smartphone usage include the development of poor posture and behaviors. This study aimed to assess the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) among smartphone users, focusing on adolescents aged 12 to 19 years. A sample of 82 students (79.3% female and 20.7% male, with an average age of 15.7 ± 2 years and a normal BMI of 76.8%) in the West Lombok district of the West Nusa Tenggara Province in Indonesia was measured. Data collection through simple random sampling involved distributing questionnaires to participants and requesting them to provide responses based on their personal experiences. The present study employs a chi-square analysis to examine the association between smartphone usage, posture behavior, and the highest values of MSD complaints. The findings indicate that the neck (46.3%) and back (45.1%) were the body regions with the most prevalent complaints of MSD. The participants frequently engaged in standing without support and walking as their posture behaviors. There was a significant correlation between the level of neck pain and posture during walking. The use of smartphones among adolescents has an impact on the risk level of experiencing MSD complaints, thereby increasing the potential for illness and abnormalities. Hence, it is necessary to exercise sufficient control over the routine usage of smartphones to mitigate the negative impacts incurred.
Unsafe work practices and work-related stress in motorcycle repair shops: A cross-sectional analysis Kurnia, Fikrihadi; Suartika, I Made
Journal Industrial Servicess Vol 11, No 1 (2025): April 2025
Publisher : Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62870/jiss.v11i1.27423

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Background: Motorcycle repair shops in developing economies often operate with inadequate safety standards, exposing workers to health and safety hazards. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between unsafe work practices and work-related stress among motorcycle mechanics in Lombok, Indonesia. Methods: A cross-sectional study design was employed, with data collected using self-administered questionnaires from a sample of 148 male motorcycle repair workers. Descriptive statistics, validity and reliability testing, and Chi-Square tests, used to analyze the data. Results: The study found a significant association between working while visibly sick (presenteeism) and elevated stress levels. Additionally, working while visibly fatigued was also associated with increased stress. Discussion: These findings highlight the detrimental impact of presenteeism and fatigue on worker well-being within the motorcycle repair industry.  The lack of association with other unsafe practices suggests that additional workplace stressors may be influential in this setting. Conclusions: Employers in the motorcycle repair industry should prioritize policies that discourage working while sick and promote adequate rest to mitigate stress and potential safety risks. Further research, including qualitative methods and diverse samples,  is needed to fully understand the complex interplay between unsafe practices, stress, and other workplace factors affecting worker well-being.