| Prevalence and Risk Factors of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WRMSDs) Among Construction Workers: a Scoping Review |
| Paper ID : 1223-IGA |
| Authors |
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Rizka Lailatul Rohmah * Universitas Indonesia |
| Abstract |
| Background and Aim: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) are chronic injuries affecting muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves due to occupational risk exposures. Globally, WRMSDs account for up to 43% of all work-related injuries, representing a major occupational health concern. Construction workers are particularly susceptible to WRMSDs due to the physically demanding nature of tasks such as repetitive motions, heavy lifting, and awkward postures. This scoping review aims to identify the prevalence, causative factors, and risk factors associated with WRMSDs among construction workers worldwide, based on studies published from 2014 to 2024. Materials and Methods: A systematic literature search was conducted using five electronic databases: Scopus, Science Direct, PubMed, Taylor & Francis Online, and ProQuest. The search used relevant keywords related to musculoskeletal disorders and construction work. A total of 1,628 records were identified, and after screening and eligibility assessment, 47 studies were included in the final review. Results: The included studies were conducted between 2014 and 2024, with the highest contributions from India, the United States, and several Asian and African countries. The prevalence of WRMSDs among construction workers varied significantly across body regions. The shoulder, wrist/hand, knee, hip, lower back, and neck exhibited the highest prevalence rates. The identified risk factors were classified into individual and work-related categories. Individual factors included age, gender, BMI, lifestyle behaviors, and socioeconomic status. Work-related factors included organizational conditions, psychological demands, physical exertion, repetitive motions, awkward postures, and environmental hazards. Conclusion: WRMSDs are a critical issue in the construction industry, requiring ergonomic interventions, safe work practices, and organizational support to protect vulnerable body areas and promote worker well-being. |
| Keywords |
| construction safety, ergonomic risk factors, musculoskeletal disorders, occupational health |
| Status: Accepted |
