Analysis of differences in anthropometric measurements between passenger car drivers and crane operators - Part 1: Lybian males data

Abstract

This paper is a part of ongoing research on ergonomic characteristics, specifically anthropometric measurements, for passenger car drivers and crane operators, in order to achieve better working conditions and improve safety. It represents one of the rare explorations containing the Libyan male drivers and crane operators data, and accordingly it is one of the first serious researches on Libyan population. In this paper anthropometric measurements and weight data have been compared between different occupations in Libya - male drivers and crane operators. Statistical analysis on 300 male drivers and 50 crane operators collected data are resulting with conclusion that male drivers have slightly higher value of weight, are taller, and have higher sitting height as well as upper leg length values, while crane operators have slightly wider shoulders and hips. Both groups have the same arm and foot lengths