Are library furniture dimensions appropriate for anthropometric measurements of university students?

This study identifies the mismatch percentages between library furniture dimensions and students' anthropometry. Eleven furniture design parameters were evaluated and compared against the anthropometric measurements of 450 participants. Different inequality equations were used to determine the match/mismatch percentages and the compatible percentile values of anthropometry. Independent t-tests were performed among males' and females' anthropometry and they found significant differences in 3 among 11 anthropometries at p p < 0.005. Besides, Chi-square tests were performed, resulting in rejecting some relationships between anthropometry and furniture dimensions at alpha = 0.05. Substantial levels of mismatches were identified in the SH, SW, SD and STC dimensions. As, SH was incompatible for 60% males and 100% females. Hence, the existing furniture, unsuitable for students, could be responsible for uncomfortable posture, tiring sitting positions and musculoskeletal disorders. The study recommended the proposed dimensions considering students' anthropometry. It might be helpful for importer/producer to prepare specification for the said furniture.