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Optimizing Tobacco Chopping Machines with Information Technology Support for NU Millennial Farmers in Magelang Bagus Prasetiyo, Angger; Hidayat, Muhammad Maksum; Zuhair, Alvin; Antika Prasetyaningtyas; Fakhril Husain; Ayuhikmatin Sekarjati, Kartinasari
Society : Jurnal Pengabdian dan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Vol. 7 No. 1, April 2026
Publisher : Universitas Dinamika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37802/society.v7i1.1230

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The lack of a regular maintenance schedule system and millennial farmers' lack of knowledge about maintaining tobacco shredding machines are the issues facing Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) in Magelang.  This scenario results in less than ideal shredded quality and frequent machine failures.  Enhancing farmers' knowledge and proficiency in maintenance, repair, and information technology use for scheduling machine maintenance is the aim of this community service project. The implementation approach consists of training in the use of basic digital programs to record and arrange maintenance schedules, hands-on machine maintenance and repair practice, and teaching through the supply of materials.  Thirteen ladies and seventeen males made up the 30 participants in the exercise. With participants' average comprehension rising from 22% prior to the activity to 86% following it, the outcomes discussed shown a notable improvement. It has been demonstrated that machine maintenance results in finer and more consistent shredded tobacco, and the application of information technology facilitates efficient and sustainable scheduling for participants.  The community service project was successful in enhancing the quality of the shredded output, maximizing machine performance, and motivating millennial farmers to be more flexible when it comes to using information technology in tobacco farming.
Evaluasi Postur Pekerja Proyek Menggunakan REBA dan RULA pada ErgoFellow Nofitasari Damayanti Karini; Fakhril Husain; Grita Supriyanto Dewi; Muhammad Syarqim Mahfudz
Tekinfo: Jurnal Ilmiah Teknik Industri dan Informasi Vol 14 No 1 (2025)
Publisher : Program Studi Teknik Industri Universitas Setia Budi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31001/tekinfo.v14i1.2890

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Construction work involves high physical demands and frequently results in non-ergonomic working postures, particularly during bending, lifting, and repetitive manual activities. Such conditions substantially increase the risk of developing Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs), especially when performed for prolonged periods without adequate recovery. This study aims to analyze the working postures of construction workers during wall-building activities using the Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) and Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) methods integrated within the ErgoFellow software, and to formulate appropriate ergonomic improvement strategies. Data were collected through direct observation, photographic documentation, short interviews, and worker questionnaires. The analysis indicates that the observed postures were dominated by trunk flexion exceeding 60°, neck flexion above 20°, shoulder elevation, wrist deviation, and unstable lower-limb support. The RULA score of 7 places the activity in the “very high risk” category, requiring immediate corrective action. Furthermore, the REBA score of 11 indicates a very high whole-body risk level, signifying the urgent need for ergonomic intervention. The primary contributing factors include non-neutral postures, repetitive motions, external loads of 3–7 kg, and workstation design that does not match workers’ anthropometric characteristics. Based on these findings, recommended improvements include adjusting the height of the mortar container, using long-handled tools, redesigning the workstation layout, and providing training on proper working postures. Implementing these interventions is expected to reduce MSD risks and enhance overall safety in construction activities.