A data set on anthropometric measurements and degree of discomfort of physically disabled workers for ergonomic requirements in work space design

Workers movements and their body mechanics during work, design of tools as well as work layout is important to fit the task to match differences between human capabilities. The data set examined 40 physically disabled workers from different areas and background in Jordan. It consists of anthropometric measurements that are categorized into 7 key measures namely: weight, stature, hip height, knee height, elbow height, hand length and Elbow-fingertip length. Also, it includes information on the most parts that cause pain for the same participants using the discomfort questionnaire. The dataset supports the article " An integration of a QFD model with Fuzzy-ANP approach for determining the importance weights for engineering characteristics of the proposed wheelchair design"[1]. The obtained dataset can also be used to support an ergonomic and bio-mechanical evaluation performance of physically disabled workers as well as using it in conjunction with ISO standards for equipment design and safety. Moreover, This dataset is useful for optimizing the dimensions’ design for the physically disabled workplace as well as preparing the House of Quality to prioritize the final design requirements.