THE ROLE OF ERGONOMICS IN WORKSTATION MANAGEMENT TOIMPROVE PRACTICAL PERFORMANCE OF SMK NEGERI 1 SINGOSARI STUDENTS: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW

Abstract

This study aims to systematically review literature related to the role of ergonomics in
workstation management to improve practical performance among students at SMK
Negeri 1 Singosari. The systematic literature review method was utilized, involving the
identification, evaluation, and synthesis of scholarly articles published between 2014
and 2024. Searches were conducted in reputable databases including Google Scholar,
Scopus, ScienceDirect, SpringerLink, IEEE Xplore, and PubMed, using relevant
keywords such as ergonomics, workstation management, vocational education, and
student performance. Rigorous inclusion and exclusion criteria guided the selection of
articles to ensure relevance, quality, and credibility. Analysis was performed
thematically, categorizing findings into physical, cognitive, and organizational
ergonomic factors. The results indicated that effective ergonomic practices
significantly enhanced student comfort, concentration, safety, and productivity during
practical learning activities. Supporting factors identified included adequate funding,
administrative support, and increased ergonomic awareness, whereas barriers
encompassed financial limitations, inadequate facilities, and resistance to change. This
study underscores the importance of adopting ergonomically optimized environments
to foster practical skill mastery and increased student motivation. Recommendations
are provided for SMK Negeri 1 Singosari to integrate ergonomics more systematically,
including curriculum-based ergonomic training, establishing ergonomic oversight
committees, and fostering strategic collaborations to enhance student outcomes
comprehensively.