1 edition of Ergonomics of workstation design found in the catalog.
Ergonomics of workstation design
Published
1983
by Butterworths in London, Boston
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Written in
Edition Notes
| Statement | edited by Tarald O. Kva lseth. |
| Contributions | Kva lseth, Tarald O. |
| The Physical Object | |
|---|---|
| Pagination | x, 260 p. : |
| Number of Pages | 260 |
| ID Numbers | |
| Open Library | OL14242196M |
| ISBN 10 | 0408126536 |
Computer Workstations & Ergonomics. Individuals who use computers for extended periods of time may experience discomfort or pain as a result of poor posture, improper adjustment or use of workstation components or other factors. In most cases, there are relatively simple and inexpensive corrective measures which can be employed to reduce the. Shows the design principles on how to design and create a healthy and productive workplace The market lacks an ergonomics design book that covers the topics that this book will cover. This book summarizes design principles for practitioners, and applies them to the variety of workplace settings described in the book.
Costa A.P.L., Villarouco V. () An Application of Ergonomics in Workstation Design in Office. In: Bagnara S., Tartaglia R., Albolino S., Alexander T., Fujita Y. (eds) Proceedings of the 20th Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA ). IEA Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, vol Springer, ChamAuthor: Ana Paula Lima Costa, Vilma Villarouco. Ergonomics Standards and Guidelines for Computer Workstation Design and the Impact on Users’ Health – A Review Article (PDF Available) in Ergonomics 59(3) .
Addresses issues such as cumulative trauma, back problems (lifting), space exploration, design for the handicapped, computer workstations, and others. For readers interested in Human Factors Engineering or : $ Ergonomic Workplace Design for Health, Wellness, and Productivity is composed of three sections: one for the physical environment and two for ergonomic workplace design. There are 36 contributors, including Alan Hedge. The physical environment section discusses computer work settings, including chair and work surface requirements shared directly from Author: Liana Algarín.
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Ergonomics: How to Design for Ease and Efficiency, Third Edition updates and expands this classic guide, including the latest essential themes and regulations. An introductory section provides all of Ergonomics of workstation design book physical and mental ergonomics theory engineers, designers, and managers need for a range Ergonomics of workstation design book applications.
height-adjustable workstation Easy Ergonomics, A Practical Approach for Improving the Workplace was made available by the Education and Training Unit, Cal/OSHA Consultation Service, California Department of Industrial Relations.
It was modified for Oregon workplaces. Acknowledgments About the CoverFile Size: 2MB. Assess how the keyboard will fit with the workstation Some ergonomic keyboards must be placed on surfaces that are lower than those required for standard keyboards to achieve proper working posture If the workstation had a standard keyboard on a keyboard tray, an “ergonomic” keyboard may not fit on the old tray.
Computer workstation There are many different configurations for computer based workstations available. Computer based workstations should be designed to allow adequate height, depth and work surface to suit the user, the type of work they do and the equipment they use. The workstation should have the following features.
Workstation Ergonomics Self Assessment Computer Workstation Ergonomics: Self-Assessment Checklist. The goal of this self-assessment is to help you set up your workstation for optimal comfort and performance. For more information, refer to the. National Institutes of Health, Office of Research Services, Division of Occupational Health and.
The Workplace Ergonomics Reference Guide. This is a publication of the Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program (CAP) Work Life Wellness Program.
This guide provides illustrations of proper workstation ergonomics and a checklist for implementation of these strategies as well as tips for prevention of repetitive stress Size: 1MB. For the design of an industrial workstation, ergonomics guidelines are presented in a systematic manner.
The guidelines provide a conceptual basis for a good workstation design. Successful ergonomic design of the workstation in the office is a holistic task, because all the interrelated parts of our workstation environment need to be considered (schematically depicted in Fig.
) as working together to form the tasks, work movements, and work activities interact with each other.
They affect and are influenced by the workstation. An ergonomics solution deals with the design and layout of the workstation, tools, and equipment, and their interaction with the employee and the task.
These workplace factors represent what the worker is exposed to for the majority of the shift, therefore the application of good ergonomics principles aimed at reducing stressors is the key to. understanding of the principles of ergonomics, will give you guidance on workstation design to maximize productivity and minimize employee fatigue.
Genre/Form: Congress: Additional Physical Format: Online version: Ergonomics of workstation design. London ; Boston: Butterworths, (OCoLC) In a broad sense, ergonomics is the applied science of workplace and equipment design with the intention of maximizing productivity by reducing operator fatigue and discomfort.
Ergonomics in Workstation Design In industrial workstation design the primary concern has usually been the improvement of the performance of the equipment alone. The fourth edition of the Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics has been completely revised and updated.
This includes all existing third edition chapters plus new chapters written to cover new areas. These include the following subjects: Managing low-back disorder risk in the workplace; Online interactivity.
The Advantages of Ergonomics What is ergonomics. Ergonomics is designing a job to fit the worker so the work is safer and more efficient. Implementing ergonomic solutions can make employees more comfortable and increase productivity. This e-book can help if you are facing the challenge of integrating ergonomic design to improve the way people work at your company.
Good ergonomic design principles apply to product design, workstation design, machine tool specification, and even space planning.
In this e-book, I focus mainly on workplace and workstation design challenges. It also contains the importance of ergonomics for an industrial engineer to design product. Keywords: Ergonomics, Design, Workstation, Product design, Industrial Engineering and Working Environment.
INTRODUCTION Ergonomics focuses on human beings and their interaction with machines, materials, information, procedures and. Design your office workstation with ergonomics in mind to reduce fatigue and increase productivity. Continue Reading Follow the office ergonomics checklist below to ensure your office workstation is designed with sound ergonomic principles.
Describes industrial workstation design to fit the workstation to the worker. Seated and standing workstations are discussed. Advanced Ergonomics, Montana Tech.Physical ergonomics — Most commonly thought of when using the term ergonomics, this field of study researches the human anatomy as it relates to a physical activity.
For instance ergonomics in the design of an office chair is engineered to optimize comfort, health, safety, and support to the person using the chair.Workstation Design An ergonomically-correct workstation design can reduce or eliminate the risk factors that contribute to MSDs. Below are some important ergonomic points to remember when setting up or evaluating your work area.
Posture: Correct ergonomic position at your workstation can help prevent aches, tension, fatigue, and other problems.
