Evaluation of teachers' ergonomic work conditions: an analysis from an Ecuadorian Technological Institute

Abstract

The preservation of workers' health has generated the incorporation of concepts such as ergonomics that have provided organizations with excellent results. In this sense, this study is oriented to the ergonomic evaluation of the teachers' lounge block 1 of the Instituto Superior Tecnológico Luis Tello, Esmeraldas, Ecuador. For this purpose, a quantitative methodological approach was followed, with a field design, non-experimental and descriptive level, supported by a documentary inquiry. The study sample consisted of 23 teachers working at the aforementioned headquarters. The technique used for data collection was direct observation and the instrument used was the ROSA (Rapid Office Strain Assessment) Field Sheet. Data processing was carried out using the Excel program. The results found under the ROSA methodology, are in the range of 6-7-8 respectively, which denotes a very high ergonomic risk, level 3, which is an indication that action is needed as soon as possible. Based on the findings it is concluded that: there is an urgent need to address the situation through the optimal design of workstations under the principles provided by ergonomics adapted to the individual requirements of each of the teachers who provide their services teaching room block 1 of the Instituto Superior Tecnológico Luis Tello, Esmeraldas, Ecuador, as a way of preventing ergonomic risks through adjuvant spaces for the improvement of proper postural habits of each of these professionals, which will result in the long-term preservation of health, as established in international and national regulations.