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Personality characteristics of VDT operators and computer-related work conditions

The complex relation between psychological characteristics of Video Display Terminals (VDT operators, perceived health status, job demands, and objective ergonomic features were examined. On a sample of 44 VDT operators (mean age:40.2 years) a questionnaire on health problems, psychological disturbances and occupational stress factors was administered. Ergonomic analysis of equipment and workstation was carried out. Psychological testing included short term memory, visual discrimination and Eysenck Personality Questionnaire. The obtained results showed that complaints concerning health status in all subjects are significantly related to the dimension of Neuroticism in the EPQ. Moreover, psychological characteristics, job task related features and objective ergonomic conditions all contribute to the perceived levels of job stress and health complaints. A significant predictor of health status in women was predominantly the dimension Neuroticism, while in men the only significant predictor was ťergonomic conditionsŤ.

video display terminals; VDU operators; personality characteristics; ergonomics

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