Análise ergonômica em pequenas e médias empresas: estudo de caso em uma indústria moveleira

Abstract

This study aims to analyze ergonomically a small upholstery industry from Western Paraná. Through this analysis, techniques will be developed and applied in order to achieve process improvements. It presents basic concepts of ergonomics, going through its history to its extensions. It discusses the importance of small and medium-sized enterprises and the work risk present at furniture industry. Also, it discusses the growth obstacles found in this kind of businesses and the organizational and ergonomic impact caused by these difficulties. This is a case study in an upholstery company called Estofados Wilkins, it is an explanatory research using as data collection tools OWAS and MWA. Through a qualitative analysis, the organization was evaluated and the ergonomic actions were developed and implemented. Brings as results effective and productive solutions, denoting the importance of ergonomics and displaying the strong relationship between physical and organizational demands of small and medium-sized furniture enterprises.