ERGONOMIC AND PSYCHOSOCIAL HAZARDS AMONG EMBRYOLOGISTS IN IVF LABORATORIES IN ABUJA, NIGERIA: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

Background: Embryologists working in In-vitro fertilization (IVF) laboratories are at risk for occupational health problems related to their long hours in laboratories, limited work environments, and the high demands of the work setting. In low- and middle-income settings such as Nigeria, there is limited empirical evidence regarding ergonomic and psychosocial hazards found in this healthcare workforce. Objective:To determine the prevalence of ergonomic and psychosocial hazards among the embryologists in IVF laboratories in Abuja, Nigeria and to assess the perceived effectiveness of the ergonomic and organisational measures in place in reducing musculoskeletal complaints and work-related psychological stress.