The potential of nanotechnology to provide new solutions and opportunities in many different sectors, is a topic of growing concern. The construction industry is not unrelated to this progress, in fact, multiple nanoproducts ...

The main objective of this paper is to determine to what extent the requirements of observational methods used in ergonomic assessment influence the perceived overall utility by practitioners in their practical implementation. ...

This paper presents a review of literature on human error, in the context of human reliability, and its importance in processes in industry and services. The aim of this paper is to present the state of the art on the ...

The metal-mechanic activity is a broad sector encompassing different activities ranging from the manufacture of metal products to repairing machinery and large equipment. It is also characterized by accident rates higher ...

The term musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) refers to conditions that involve the nerves, tendons, muscles, and supporting structures of the body. In the construction sector, MSDs are associated with physical workload and ...

The present work shows the beginnings of the experience that has been made to the subject of Industrial Risk Prevention at the University of Cádiz. This experience is based on the use of new technologies. In particular in ...