Evaluation of the physical load reduction of an assistive suit during vegetable seedling transplanting work

Abstract

Vegetable seedling transplanting is an important agricultural task to support plant well growth. In transplanting, maintaining a half-sitting posture while performing repetitive flexion and extension movements puts a great physical load on the body. The use of assistive suits could reduce the physical load during transplanting tasks. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of assistive suits in reducing physical load during vegetable seedling transplanting. The findings are expected to contribute to product development for enhancing the health and safety of agricultural workers.