Ergonomic Risk Assessment in Heavy Equipment Manufacturing: A REBA-Based Analysis in a Crane Production Facility

Authors : Murat Darçın, Murat Alkan

Pages : 33-43

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Publication Date : 2025-07-14

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The health and efficiency of workers in heavy equipment manufacturing environments are critically influenced by ergonomic factors. This study aims to assess ergonomic risks in a crane manufacturing facility using the Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) method. Eight key workstations—such as welding, grinding, cylinder assembly, and turning—were analyzed to identify postures that may lead to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). The REBA analysis revealed that tasks like welding and foot frame assembly carry moderate to high ergonomic risk levels, requiring immediate intervention. Based on these findings, several practical improvement strategies are proposed, including adjustable worktables, ergonomic platforms, and task redesign. Implementing such ergonomic modifications can improve worker well-being, reduce occupational injury risks, and increase productivity and product quality. The results of this research provide valuable guidance for agricultural machinery manufacturing and other industrial sectors where manual operations are common. The integration of ergonomic assessment methods such as REBA into engineering design and workplace planning is essential for sustainable and human-centered production systems.
Keywords : REBA Yöntemi, Ergonomik Risk, İşle İlgili Kas-İskelet Sistemi Bozuklukları

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