Ergonomics and Library Professionals: a Study

Authors

  • S. Ally Sornam
     PG & Research, Dept. of Library and Information Science, Bishop Heber College, Tiruchy 620 017, Tamilnadu
  • J. Issac Arputharaj
     Manipal University, Dubai
  • K. Mahalakshmi
     Engineering Faculty, Avinashilingam University for Women, Coimbatore

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17821/srels/2011/v48i6/43978

Keywords:

Ergonomics, College Librarians, Job Stress, Computer Operation, Work Positions

Abstract

Workplace stress has always been a source of consideration for organization that seeks to foster satisfied and motivated environment. Ergonomics, the science related to man and his work helps to design workstations and tools. The present study has made an attempt to identify the impact of ergonomics on academic library professionals. It has revealed that academic library professionals‟ perception on ergonomics is low. But they have shown problems associated with ergonomics with regard to IT tools, working posture, etc.

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Published

2011-11-10

How to Cite

Ally Sornam, S., Issac Arputharaj, J., & Mahalakshmi, K. (2011). Ergonomics and Library Professionals: a Study. Journal of Information and Knowledge, 48(6), 625–640. https://doi.org/10.17821/srels/2011/v48i6/43978

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Volume 48, Issue 6, December 2011

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Received 2013-12-27
Accepted 2013-12-27
Published 2011-11-10