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Experiential Learning vs Traditional Ergonomic Training in Logistics Workers
Sponsor: Okan University
Summary
Background: Musculoskeletal disorders are common occupational health problems among industrial workers, particularly manual material handlers involved in repetitive lifting and physical tasks. Ergonomic education and postural awareness interventions are frequently used to prevent these disorders, but long-term follow-up data regarding their effectiveness remain limited. Purpose: The main objective of this study was to evaluate the 12-month effectiveness of an intensive ergonomic education and postural awareness program on musculoskeletal symptoms, ergonomic risk levels, handling posture, and knowledge levels among manual material handlers. Methods: In this randomized controlled trial, participants were randomly allocated into two groups: an Intervention Group and a Control Group. The Intervention Group received comprehensive theoretical and practical ergonomic education focused on safe material handling and postural awareness, followed by regular follow-ups and reminders. The Control Group received baseline assessments without ongoing postural reinforcement. Outcome measures-including musculoskeletal symptom severity, ergonomic posture risk, and ergonomic knowledge-were evaluated at baseline, 3rd, 6th, 9th, and 12th months.
Official title: The Effect of Experiential Learning and Seminar Training on Musculoskeletal Health and Ergonomic Risks in Logistics Workers Performing Manual Handling: A 1-Year Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
70
Start Date
2015-01-19
Completion Date
2016-02-26
Last Updated
2026-08-04
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Experiential Learning-Based Ergonomic Training Program
An interactive 8-hour ergonomic training program based on Kolb's Experiential Learning Theory, including situation-based scenarios, role-playing, peer-interactive games, and practical motor-skill training for a 10-exercise home exercise program.
Traditional Ergonomic Seminar Education
A standard 6-hour classroom-based traditional ergonomic education seminar covering the exact same core ergonomic curriculum and 10-exercise home exercise program, delivered through didactic lectures, slide presentations, and question-and-answer sessions without interactive practical group exercises.