•  
  •  
 

CIB Conferences

Abstract

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) represent a persistent and significant challenge within the construction industry, contributing substantially to non-fatal injuries and long-term health issues among workers. Addressing this concern requires a workforce equipped with a robust understanding of ergonomics to implement effective MSD prevention strategies. However, the degree to which ergonomics principles are incorporated into the safety education curricula of civil engineering programs in India remains largely unexplored. This study evaluates the current integration of ergonomics into the safety curriculum of master-level civil engineering programs to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement. A comprehensive curriculum review was conducted across six ranked Indian institutions, selected for their national and global reputations. Manual document analysis was performed, focusing on course titles, regulation years, and topic coverage related to ergonomics and safety. The findings show that while all institutions offer safety courses with strong emphasis on foundational topics, ergonomics specific content is limited and inconsistently represented. The results highlight a significant gap, where ergonomics has not yet been recognized as a distinct pedagogical priority. This study underscores the urgent need to strengthen the integration of ergonomics principles within civil engineering safety curricula in India.

Keywords

Ergonomics, Civil Engineering, Education, Construction Safety, Musculoskeletal Disorders

Download

Share

COinS