Physical work environment in an activity-based flex office: a longitudinal case study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study aimed to investigate and explore Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) management, office ergonomics, and musculoskeletal symptoms in a group of office workers relocating from cell offices to activity-based flex offices (AFOs).

Methods

The analysis was based on qualitative interview data with 77 employees and longitudinal questionnaire data from 152 employees.

Results

Results indicate that there was a need to clarify roles and processes related to the management of OHS. Self-rated sit comfort, working posture, and availability of daylight deteriorated and symptoms in neck and shoulders increased after the relocation and seemed to be influenced by many factors, such as difficulties adjusting the workstations, the availability of suitable workplaces,

SUBMITTER: Wahlstrom V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11245412 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature