Unit 12 - ergonomics Flashcards
What does ergo mean?
work
What does nomos mean?
law/rules
Define ergonomics
the study of designing
equipment and devices that fit the body, its movements, and its cognitive abilities.
Ergonomics is the scientific discipline
concerned with the understanding of…
interactions among humans and other
elements of a system
Ergonomics is a _______ science
multidisciplinary
Ergonomics tries to optimize…. (2)
human well-being and system results
The two goals of ergonomics is… (2)
health and productivity
Ergonomics can improve these aspects of life… for work (4)
- security
- welfare
- health
- effectiveness
Who are the precursors of ergonomics? (in order)
- Hippocrates
- Galen
- Avicena
- Leonardo da vinci
- Paracelso
- Bernadino Ramazzini
Where is hippocrates from?
Ancient greece
Who was Galen? (2)
doctor and philosopher
Who was Avicenna? (2)
doctor and philospher
Who is paracelso and when was he around? (3)
doctor and alchemist 1567
What did bernardino ramazzini do and when was he around? (5)
1633 Analyzed: -inconvenient postures -lack of airing -extreme temperatures -cleaning and suitable outfits
What has historically evolved with ergonomics? (4)
- noise and vibrations
- microclimate and ventilation
- work effort
- work tiredness
