MANUAL MATERIAL HANDLING IN THE ‘KARUNG’ LIFTING PROCESS USING BIOMECHANIC AND PHYSIOLOGI APPROACH

Abstract

This study was aimed at minimizing musculoskeletal disorder (MSDs) in heavers on traditional markets by completing facilities and improving lifting techniques that are in accordance with ergonomic aspects. This research was conducted in traditional markets with heaver objects which are often carried out in the process of moving goods. This study used biomechanics and physiology methods to be able to analyze body posture so that it can prevent spinal damage. The data were then analyzed using Maximum Permissible Limit (MPL), which previously carried out data collection on the size of the body posture. The analysis of the results was done to determine the value of the compression force (FC). FC values are the basis for comparison with Action Limit (AL). The results show that FC values = 10,018,078N, FC> MPL. Importantly, the position of the heavers’ posture is at a dangerous level. Proposed improvements using a tool and after being developed again will result in changes in FC values to 3370.94, FC MPL. Artinya, posisi postur tubuh pekerja dalam level berbahaya. Usulan perbaikan dengan menggunakan alat bantu dan setelah dianalisis kembali maka akan menghasilkan perubahan nilai FC menjadi 3370,94; FC< AL artinya posisi tubuh dalam keadaan aman. Hasil penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan rekomendasi alat bantu sehingga dapat mencegah cedera tulang belakang.