Table 2.

Related to knowledge and application of ergonomic principles.

	Sample group (N= 98)
Items	n (%)
Received training on ergonomics
Yes	6 (6.1)
No	92 (93.9)
Know about the principles of ergonomics
Yes	15 (15.3)
No	83 (84.7)
Avoid working in awkward body positions
Yes	85 (86.7)
No	13 (13.3)
Always have all the equipment within easy reach during surgery
Yes	53 (54.1)
No	45 (45.9)
Adjust working height and put minimal strain on back and neck
Yes	88 (89.8)
No	10 (10.2)
Avoid unnecessary actions during the surgery
Yes	87 (88.8)
No	11 (11.2)
Take breaks to relax and stretch in between long hours of surgery
Yes	31 (31.6)
No	67 (68.4)
Provision of good lighting source
Yes	87 (88.8)
No	11 (11.2)
Instruments function optimally
Yes	72 (73.5)
No	26 (26.5)
Personal protective gears are well-functioning
Yes	71 (72.4)
No	27 (27.6)
Principles of ergonomics cannot be followed due to substandard working environment
Yes	89 (90.8)
No	9 (9.2)
Principles of ergonomics cannot be followed due to uncooperative co-workers
Yes	54 (55.1)
No	44 (44.9)