Author(s): ANDRADE MAY ANN, POPES N. PEARL GRACE, MAGDALUYO R. RHEA, TORIAGA JULIANA MARIE, ZAULDA I. JHON PAUL
Adviser: ROSLY MAY J. TIAÑA, LPT, MAEd
Year: 2023
Community: Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management
Abstract: ABSTRACT This study was conducted to determine the occupational ergonomic stressors experienced by employees on their day-to-day work in a carinderia. The researchers implies census to cover all 90 employees from 30 carinderia in Poblacion, Kalibo. Descriptive statistics was used to analyse the gathered data through survey questionnaires. Majority of the employees aged aged 19-29, primarily female and single, with an average tenure of 3 years and daily work hours of 7-8. The main stressors identified include prolonged standing, frequent walking, bending, and transporting heavy water containers. Through survey analysis, it was found that while many respondents had never experienced physical health impacts due to these stressors, some reported experiencing them 1-2 times the previous week. Common discomfort areas included the upper limbs, neck, shoulders, and back. Although most respondents were slightly affected by physical stressors, a significant portion indicated that their work was not affected at all. This suggests a certain level of resilience or adaptation among these employees, highlighting the need for targeted ergonomic interventions to address discomfort and promote long-term occupational health and well-being.