Che Mohd Faizul Bin Che Mat Ropi

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Supervisor: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rosnah Mohd Yusoff
Introduction
In the workplace today, the second greatest reason
for lost workdays is injuries that are due to
overexertion when performing lifting procedures
(Snook, 1988).
A number of recent studies have indicated that there
is a relationship between occupational tasks involving
frequent bending, as in repetitive lifting tasks, and
increased risk of low back disorders (National
Academy of Sciences, 2001).
Problem Statement
Current method = High level of risks
Substandard design of work system/procedures
The tool used = Still harm
Occurrence of MSD to the workers.
Objective
To study the manhole slab lifting operation.
Develop work procedures for lifting the concrete slab
of manhole cover.
Design tool for lifting the manhole cover.
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Musculoskeletal disorders are injuries or dysfunctions
affecting muscles, bones, nerves, tendons, ligaments,
joints, cartilages, and spinal discs.
Sprains, strains, tears, pain and connective tissue
injuries
Recent Tools
Methodology
 STAR
T

Understand the topic and Objective Literature

Visit

Questionnaires and Anthropometric Data

Simulation Recent Procedures

Tool Design CATIA

Simulation New Tool Design

Result Analysis

Finalize the Result

END
Result and Discussions
Questionnaire Analysis (PLIBEL)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Question
Neck Shoulders Upper Elbows Lower Wrists Hip/Thigh Knees Ankles/Feet
Back Back

Tool or equipment 3 5 4 2 5 3 1 3 2
unsuitable fitted?

Fatigue because of 1 3 3 3 5 1 1
operation most
often?

Which part needs to 3 2 2 3 3 1 1 1

exert force most
often?

Which part requires 4 2 4 2 3 1 2 4 1

moving repetitively?

Parts feel pain after 1 2 1 2 2 3

task?

Ever consult 3 3 5 1 1 1
Paramedic
because of physical
problem?

Ever experiences 3 2 4 2 1 1
Affect your job?
Recent Procedure Analysis
RULA Analysis = Recent
RULA Analysis = Recent
 Tool Design
Set the selector switch
Push or pull the
to the “LOWER”
tool
position and release
the PML.
Push or pull
the tool
Pull handle of PML
out and rotate to Set the selector
“ON” position. switch to the
“LOWER”
position and
Set the selector
release away
switch to the neutral
from manhole
position and spools
slab.
the chain freely until
it in stable position.
Pull handle of
PML out and
Set the selector switch
rotate to
to “UP” position and
“OFF”
use the hoist’s handle
position and
to pull or raise the
release the
manhole slab.
manhole to its
origin
position.
RULA Analysis = New Tool
RULA Analysis = New Tool
Comparison of RULA Score
Recent Procedure / Tool Improved Procedure / New Tool

Hydraulic Jet Score 3 Operate the Lever Hoist Score 2

(Minimum Person) INVESTIGATE (Minimum Person) ACCEPTABLE

FURTHER

Hydraulic Jet Score 3 Operate the Lever Hoist Score 2

(Maximum Person) INVESTIGATE (Maximum Person) ACCEPTABLE

FURTHER

T-Hook Score 5 Pushing The Tool Design Score 2

(Minimum Person) INVESTIGATE (Minimum Person) ACCEPTABLE

FURTHER AND CHANGE SOON

T-Hook Score 6 Pushing The Tool Design Score 2

(Maximum Person) INVESTIGATE (Maximum Person) ACCEPTABLE

FURTHER AND CHANGE SOON

Comparison of Procedures
Task Recent Procedures/Tool
Pick up the tools from the truck Manual Handling
Knock the slab to remove dirt or 1. Hammer :-
rust Heavy material
Short dimension
Wood handle surface
Loosen the bonding of manhole 1.Crowbar
cover to remove dirt or rust Short dimension
Bad handle
Open manhole slab cover from its 1.T-Hook
position Bad Shape Handle
Handle made by plastic
Unsuitable Length
2.Hydraulic Jet
Short handle size
Squad position
Broken keys
Move the manhole slab cover to 1.T-Hook
another site /origin position Bad Shape Handle
Handle made by plastic
Unsuitable Length
Suggested Procedures/Tool New Tool Design Procedures
Use trolley to move the tools Push or pull the tool design to
desired place
1.Hammer:- 1.Hammer:-
Light material (Carbon Fiber) Light material (Carbon Fiber)
Long dimension Long dimension
Rubber handle surface Rubber handle surface
2.The using of Water Jet 2.The using of Water jet
1.Crowbar 1.Crowbar
Adjustable dimension Short dimension
T-Shape handle T-Shape handle
2.The using of Water Jet 2.The using of Water Jet
1.T-Hook 1.Lever Hoist used to open
T-Shape handle the slab
Rubber handle
Adjustable length
2.Hydraulic Jet
Longer dimension of handle size
Foot jetting
Use PML instead of hook
1.T-Hook 1.Push or pull the tool to move
T-Shape handle the slab to another site.
Rubber handle
Adjustable length
Conclusion
The study observed the new tool design can help in
reducing the risk factor among the workers with
providing the lever hoist, permanent magnet lifter
(PML) and tire features on the new tool design.
As the conclusion, the objectives of this project have
been achieved.
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