Conference Agenda

Traditional craftsmanship often works for prolonged hours in restrictive envi-ronments where ergonomic standards are frequently overlooked. Despite high job satisfaction, craftsmen face significant physical risks due to non-standardized rest hours, hand tools and non-uniform lighting. This study ad-dresses a critical literature gap by conducting comprehensive visual and postur-al risk analysis within independent workshops. Following an initial workplace assessment questionnaire, postural risks were quantified using the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) framework based on real-world cases. To minimize musculoskeletal risks and optimize visual performance, illumination measure-ments were also considered. Based on these findings, optimized workstation layouts that align workshop orientation with available light sources and improve tool accessibility are proposed. The results demonstrate that high job satisfac-tion often masks underlying physical strain, highlighting the urgent need for de-tailed ergonomic studies for craftsmen. This study presents a framework for im-proving health and safety that can be adopted in similar work environments such as tailoring and custom shoemaking workshops.