IJIES (International Journal of Innovation in Enterprise System)
Vol 9 No 2 (2025): International Journal of Innovation in Enterprise System - Article in Press

Musculoskeletal Complaints among Itinerant Tailors in Lenteng Agung, Jakarta

Naufal Arya Putra Nurjaman (Institut Teknologi Bandung)
Yosua Novalesi (Institut Teknologi Bandung)
Yannes Martinus Pasaribu (Institut Teknologi Bandung)
Etika Vidyarini (Institut Teknologi Bandung)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Jul 2025

Abstract

Itinerant tailors in urban Indonesia often work in prolonged static postures within mobile workstations lacking ergonomic support. This study examines the prevalence of musculoskeletal complaints and postural risks among 30 male itinerant tailors in Lenteng Agung, South Jakarta. Using a mixed-method approach, quantitative data were collected through the Nordic Body Map (NBM) and Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA), while qualitative insights were obtained via semi-structured interviews. Results showed that 100% of participants fell into high or very high ergonomic risk categories, with prevalent discomfort in the buttocks, lower back, and hips. No statistically significant correlation was found between age or work duration and complaint severity, indicating that workstation design plays a more critical role. Interview findings revealed self-adapted seating modifications and a strong demand for portable ergonomic improvements. The study highlights the urgent need for anthropometrically informed seating solutions compatible with mobile informal labor settings. These findings inform context-sensitive design strategies that prioritize adjustability, user comfort, and occupational health in underserved worker populations.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijies

Publisher

Subject

Control & Systems Engineering Engineering

Description

International Journal of Innovation in Enterprise Systems (IJIES) is a peer-reviewed international journal which publishes original articles of significant value in all areas of innovation in Enterprise Systems. The journal covers research articles, research-in-brief, and review articles comprising ...