Ergonomics risk factors (ERFs) that influenced cognitive ergonomics aimed for work performance at onshore fabrication projects in the oil and gas industry in Malaysia

Abstract

The relationship between physical, cognitive, and organizational ergonomics for the 21st century is essential for working environments. Physical ergonomics contributes to the organizational ergonomics, as well as being responsible for the cognitive ergonomics that require the supportive workplace for the ergonomic balance in the working environment. Cognitive ergonomics is the visual of mental work environment and tasks so that people are healthier, more comfortable, and more productive while lowering the risk of mental illness or stress. While the management of physical ergonomics is well-established, cognitive ergonomics also takes it into account and positively influences organizational ergonomics. Qualitative methods gather factors that influence cognitive ergonomics in organizational environments. The focus group interviews experts who work on the construction sites of onshore fabrication projects in the oil and gas industry. ARC techniques and deductive methods in Qualitative Methodology are used to look at the results and analyze cognitive-related physical and organizational factors that affect the environment. Therefore, systematic task delivery, two-way communication, and clear knowledge transfer significantly influence cognitive ergonomics. Hence, the factors that influence cognitive ergonomics are both physical ergonomics and organizational ergonomics, which are essential aspects of creating a balanced and effective working environment in the thematic for Design Improvement, Workload Management and Work Environment Control. Each of these thematic and constructs plays a crucial role in ensuring the well-being, productivity, and overall success of employees within an organization. Future research might conduct through Quantitative Methodology.