@article{9896841eee8d41289aca03eb60fe8148,
title = "Construction glass and glazing job description: a qualitative case study",
abstract = "Construction workers regularly experience heavy workloads and various physical stressors that can result in work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs). According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, construction glass and glazing (CGG) workers had a higher rate of injuries and illnesses than the national average for all occupations. In 2010, CGG contractors presented the highest rate of back injuries reported by the Center for Construction Research and Training. This study aimed to develop a detailed job description that includes the CGG definition, tasks, activities and work conditions. A qualitative case study was conducted, and data were collected through CGG workers{\textquoteright} interviews and observations. This information is not currently available in government publications, published research or job training materials for CGG workers and contractors. The results of this study can help facilitate the ergonomics analysis in future studies to eliminate or reduce the risk of WRMSDs in CGG work.",
keywords = "case study, construction, glass and glazing work, job description, qualitative study",
author = "{Jabbarani Torghabeh}, Zahra and Stentz, {Terry L.} and Kelli Herstein",
note = "Funding Information: This work was supported by the CPWR?The Center for Construction Research and Training [cooperative agreement number OH009762 from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)]. This article was made possible by CPWR?The Center for Construction Research and Training through a cooperative agreement from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The article?s contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the CPWR or NIOSH. This study would not have been possible without excellent support from industrial collaborators, Ayars & Ayars, City Glass Company, Lincoln Glass, Bil-Den Glass, Keystone Glass Company and Glass Edge. Special thanks to all of the construction glass and glazing field workers who dedicated their time and knowledge to achieve the aim of this study. Funding Information: This article was made possible by CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training through a cooperative agreement from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The article{\textquoteright}s contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the CPWR or NIOSH. This study would not have been possible without excellent support from industrial collaborators, Ayars & Ayars, City Glass Company, Lincoln Glass, Bil-Den Glass, Keystone Glass Company and Glass Edge. Special thanks to all of the construction glass and glazing field workers who dedicated their time and knowledge to achieve the aim of this study. Publisher Copyright: {\textcopyright} 2020 Central Institute for Labour Protection–National Research Institute (CIOP-PIB).",
year = "2021",
doi = "10.1080/10803548.2020.1713608",
language = "English (US)",
volume = "27",
pages = "1261--1270",
journal = "International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics",
issn = "1080-3548",
publisher = "Central Institute for Labour Protection",
number = "4",
}