11a - Ergonomics Flashcards
1
Q
def: the science that addresses human performance and well-being in relation to the job, equipment, tools and environment
A
ergonomics
2
Q
what are the three points in ergonomics philosophy?
A
- systems approach is taken
- design from the inside out
- design around human needs and capabilities and then make design decisions about the equipment/task/environment
3
Q
what are the needs for ergonomics?
A
- increased injuries
- reducing injuries
- changing workforce and work
- quality/productivity goals
- regulation/legislation
- increasingly complex technologies & systems
- designing products that work
