International Journal of Research Studies in Management
CollabWritive Special Issue
2023 Volume 11 Issue 10
Available Online: 25 August 2023
Author/s:
Borbon, Niña Fatimah D.
Lyceum of the Philippines University – Batangas, Philippines (ndborbon@lpubatangas.edu.ph)
Abstract:
Improved ergonomics and good working environment could enhance productivity and safety in Dentistry. In this study, clinicians of a private dental school were surveyed to determine their knowledge, attitude and practice of ergonomics, test significant difference on knowledge, attitude and practice when grouped according to profile, and test relationship between knowledge, attitude and practice. Results revealed that majority of respondents are 22-year-old female, fourth year students, living in suburban, working more than five hours per day, with physical activity outside work and experiencing mild body pains during or after clinical works. Their knowledge, attitude, and practice of ergonomics were satisfactory. They have knowledge about ergonomics, exhibit good attitudes and practice very often the ergonomic principles during clinical work. Knowledge and attitude are not affected by demographic profile. Age, sex, physical activity and experience of body pains have significant difference with regards to practice. A significant relationship exists among knowledge, attitude and practice. Students with more knowledge also have more positive attitude towards ergonomics and more likely to practice ergonomics. Findings support suggested action plan to promote ergonomics and avoid musculoskeletal problems among clinicians. Other variables influencing occupational health and safety may be investigated by future researchers in Clinical Dentistry.
Keywords: ergonomics, dental clinicians, dentistry
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsm.2023.1130
Cite this article:
Borbon, N. F. D. (2023). Knowledge, attitude, and practice of ergonomics among dental clinicians in a Philippine private university. International Journal of Research Studies in Management, 11(10), 107-120. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsm.2023.1130