Applications of ergonomics in the inclusion of people with disabilities in the workplace: scoping review protocol

Abstract

Introduction: The inclusion of people with disabilities in the workforce is a global concern, and despite advances in the understanding of disability and the rights of this population, exclusion and low employability still prevail. The inclusion of this population in the workforce requires considering environmental factors in the interaction with the diversity of functionality experiences and human needs. Ergonomics help transform the workplace and ensure accommodations for the well-being of workers, safety, and productivity, promoting greater inclusion. Objective: This article presents the scope review protocol to map evidence on the adoption of ergonomics for the inclusion of people with disabilities in the workforce, answering the question, "How does the literature highlight the results of ergonomics in the inclusion of people with disabilities in the workforce?" Method: The review protocol followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) adapted for Scoping Reviews. Search strategies were developed with the support of a specialized librarian for databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Embase. The Rayyan® software will be used for screening titles and abstracts, and Mendeley® for full-text analysis. Inclusion and exclusion criteria: The following were included: a) peerreviewed articles; b) qualitative, quantitative, or mixed studies; c) articles available in full text; d) studies on applied ergonomics and inclusion of people with disabilities, including psychosocial disabilities. Literature reviews, letters, expert opinions, and editorials were excluded.