ERGONOMICS AND STRESS REDUCTION IN ORGANIZATIONS

Authors: Prof. Ayandele, Isaac Ayanyinka & Dr. Obialor, Donatus Chukwuemeka

ABSTRACT

Implementing ergonomic solutions can make employees more comfortable and increase productivity. This study focused on examining the impact of ergonomics on stress reduction in Globacom and MTN Organizations. The study adopted a survey research approach in its design. The study was made up of a sample size of 95 samples drawn from a population of 109 using the Taro Yamane formula. The study used the simple percentage, Pearson product-moment correlation, and simple regression with the aid of SPSS version 20. Findings of the study include that ergonomic work design variables have a significant impact on employee stress reduction. The Study, however, recommends that; to enhance employees well being, organization need to balance work demands, employees’ skill, and the nature of the equipment used in completing a task. The study concludes that ergonomics has an enormous impact on the performance of employees in Globacom and MTN organizations.

Keywords: Ergonomics, Stress Reduction, Employee, productivity, Performance.

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