Lecture 2: Human Factors Flashcards
anthropometrics
human measurement
passive circulation
design directs you in the direction they want you to go
How high can you reach?
72-86 inches
How far can you reach?
27-39 inches
What is the proper seat height?
17-24 inches
**17/18
What is eyelevel?
56-68 inches
Width required for person to eat?
30 inches
What is a typical table height?
27-30 inches
Width required for person walking?
30 inches
Recommended height for the bottom of a light fixture above a table?
27 inches
Distance between a seat and a table?
8 inches
Counter height?
36 inches
Bar height?
42 inches
Recommended space between a counter and an island?
48-70 inches
Distance between the counter and an upper cabinet?
18-24 inches
Height of the toe kick?
3-6 inches
ergonomics
study of efficiency in their working environment
proxemics
study of codes that define space
- cultural
- psychological
intimate space
0-18 inches, family/friends
personal space
1.5-4 feet, informal
social space
4-12 feet, formal
public space
12 feet and beyond
accessible
everyone has equal access
What are the four priorities of accessibility?
- approach and entrance
- access to goods and services (putting things within reach of people)
- toilet rooms
- additional access (drinking fountains, public telephones, fire alarms)
