THE UNIVERSITY OF BAMENDA

NATIONAL HIGHER THE DEPARTMENT OF

POLYTECHNIC MECHANICAL AND INDUSTRIAL
INSTITUTE(NAHPI) ENGINEERING(MIE)

MECE6109: Industrial Ergonomics

INSTRUCTOR
Dr. TSAPI
Anthropometric workstation analysis
NAMES MATRICULES

NTUTIN BERNARD YUVEN UBA24EP234

NDANG HAZEL WAI UBA24EP228

NCHANG MOSES FORCHE UBA24EP226

ANTHROPOMETRIC DATA OF 5 MALES AND 5 FEMALES

Dimension Male Male Male Male Male SD Female Female Female Female Female SD
1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
Stature 170 175 172 180 168 4.690416 165 158 156 157 160 3.563706
(cm)
Sitting 85 86 84 87 83 1.581139 82 78 76.4 84.6 80 3.237283
height
(cm)
Shoulder 60 62 61 63 59 1.581139 57 54 56.1 56.4 55 1.195826
height
sitting
(SHH, cm)
Elbow 25 26 24 27 23 1.581139 24 22 19.3 22.5 23 1.761533
height
sitting
(EHS, cm)
Shoulder 50 52 51 54 48 2.236068 45 40 49.2 39.4 42 4.041287
breadth
(SHB, cm)
Popliteal 44 45 43 46 42 1.581139 42 39 53.2 40.1 40 5.881156
height
(PH, cm)
Knee 54 56 55 58 53 1.923538 52 48 50 51.6 50 1.584929
height
(KH, cm)
Hip width 38 40 39 42 36 2.236068 37 35 40.3 37.3 36 1.994242
(HW, cm)
Elbow-to- 47 49 48 50 45 1.923538 44 41 45.8 39.4 43 2.507588
elbow
(EW, cm)
Elbow- 37 39 38 40 36 1.581139 36 33 45.8 42.3 34 5.56974
fingertip
length
(EFL, cm)
Buttock- 45 47 46 48 44 1.581139 43 41 48.9 43.1 42 3.083018
popliteal
length
(BPL, cm)
Buttock- 58 60 59 62 57 1.923538 56 52 59.3 52.1 54 3.057286
knee
length
(BKL, cm)
Abdominal 20 22 21 23 19 1.581139 20 17 34.6 18.2 18 7.369396
depth
(ABD, cm)
Forearm 9 10 9.5 10.5 8.5 0.790569 8.5 7.5 7.1 8.2 8 0.559464
width
(FW, cm)
Thigh 15 16 15.5 16.5 14.5 0.790569 15 13.5 12.4 14.4 14 0.98387
thickness
(TT, cm)
Sitting eye 75 77 76 78 74 1.581139 72 69 65.7 71.8 70 2.563201
height
(SEL, cm)
Weight 70 75 73 78 68 3.962323 60 53 70 60.2 55 6.58392
(kg)
WORK STATION DATA

Work station Parameters in cm

Desk Height 76.7
Desk Dept 30.3
Desk Length 255.2
Desk Slope
Bench Height 42.1
Bench Length 237.4
Bench Dept 26.8
Backrest Height 38.2
Backrest Slope
Footrest Height 0
Distance Between Desk 28.2
Thickness 3.5
ANALYSIS AND CONCULSION
Below are the key considerations:

1. Desk Height (76.7 cm):

• Comparison: The desk height should be compatible with the students' elbow height sitting and popliteal height. For
males, the mean elbow height sitting is approximately 25 cm, and for females, it is approximately 22.96 cm. The
popliteal height for males is 44 cm, and for females, it is 42.46 cm.

• Comment: The desk height is significantly higher than the students' elbow and popliteal heights. This might cause
discomfort, leading to improper posture and strain. A height-adjustable desk would be more suitable.

2. Desk Depth (30.3 cm):

• Comparison: The desk depth should allow sufficient space for writing or using a laptop. This is typically related to
buttock-popliteal length. For males, the average is 46 cm, and for females, it is 43.6 cm.

• Comment: The desk depth (30.3 cm) is smaller than the students' buttock-popliteal length, which may limit comfort
and workspace utility.

3. Desk Length (255.2 cm):

• Comment: This dimension seems adequate, as it provides sufficient space for multiple students to work simultaneously.
However, the exact number of students sharing the desk should be considered.
4. Bench Height (42.1 cm):

• Comparison: The bench height should align with the popliteal height to ensure proper sitting posture. For males, the
mean is 44 cm, and for females, it is 42.46 cm.

• Comment: The bench height is suitable for females but slightly lower for males. A slight adjustment or a height range
for the bench would improve suitability.

5. Bench Depth (26.8 cm):

• Comparison: The bench depth should correspond to the buttock-popliteal length. For males, the average is 46 cm, and
for females, it is 43.6 cm.

• Comment: The bench depth is insufficient for both males and females, potentially causing discomfort or inadequate
support.

6. Backrest Height (38.2 cm):

• Comparison: The backrest height should support at least two-thirds of the sitting eye height. For males, the mean is 76
cm, and for females, it is 69.3 cm.

• Comment: The backrest height is too low to provide adequate support for the students. A higher backrest or adjustable
support would be preferable.
7. Footrest Height (0 cm):

• Comment: A footrest is recommended, especially for shorter students, to support their legs comfortably and avoid
dangling feet. Adjustable footrests would cater to various heights.

8. Distance Between Desk and Bench (28.2 cm):

• Comparison: This distance should accommodate the students' thigh thickness and allow comfortable leg movement.
For males, the average thigh thickness is 15.3 cm, and for females, it is 14.3 cm.

• Comment: The distance seems adequate, allowing space for comfortable leg movement.

9. Thickness (3.5 cm):

• Comment: The desk thickness should not interfere with leg space or knee clearance. This value is reasonable.

The workstation dimensions are partially suitable but would require adjustments to accommodate the range of students
comfortably.

• Recommendations:

1. Height-adjustable desks and benches.

2. Increased desk and bench depths to match the students' anthropometric dimensions.

3. Addition of a footrest and higher backrests for ergonomic support.

4. Ensure appropriate desk slope and backrest slope for improved posture.
DESCRIPTIVE STATISTICS ABOUT CLASSROOM FURNITURE

Score

Questions

1 2 3 4 5 6

Q1 Do you feel comfortable when sitting on the

furniture (chairs, desks) you use in classroom?

Q2 Do you feel tired when sitting on the furniture (chairs, desks)

you use in classroom?

Q3 Do you feel any pain (in back, neck, arms, legs, knees) when
sitting on the furniture (chairs, desks) you use in classroom?

Q4 Does your sitting position when working in classroom disrupt

your concentration and attention in class?

Q5 Do you find it difficult to sit during all class because of your

sitting position in classroom?

Q6 Are your feet fully supported by the floor and at a 90-degree

angle when sitting in

classroom?
Q7 Are your knees bent at approximately a 90degree angle when
sitting in classroom?

Q8 Is your back straight and supported by the chair when sitting in

classroom?

Q9 Are your elbows bent at a 90-degree angle and at desk height

when sitting in classroom?

Q10 Are your shoulders relaxed when sitting at a computer in

classroom?

Q11 Have you ever complained to the teacher about the discomfort
of the furniture (chairs, desks) you use in classroom?

Q12 Have you ever complained to the classmate about the discomfort
of the furniture (chairs, desks) you use in classroom?