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Bookmark or Share- Ergonomics - Overview - Occupational Safety and Health AdministrationImplementing an ergonomic process is effective in reducing the risk of developing MSDs in high-risk industries as diverse as construction, food processing, firefighting, office jobs, healthcare, transportation and warehousing. The following are important elements of an ergonomic process:
- Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders | NIOSH | CDCSource: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. The goal of ergonomics (i.e. the scientific study of people at work) is to prevent soft tissue injuries and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) caused by sudden or sustained exposure to force, vibration, repetitive motion, and awkward posture.
- What Is Ergonomics (HFE)? - International Ergonomics AssociationThe definition of ergonomics (or human factors) adopted by the IEA in 2000 is the scientific discipline concerned with the understanding of interactions among humans and other elements of a system, and the profession that applies theory, principles, data, and methods to design in order to optimize human well-being and overall system performance.
- 7 Things You Need for an Ergonomically Correct WorkstationThis means: Your neck isn’t contorted or bent back or down, your arms aren’t lifted or extended out to the sides of your body, your wrists and hands aren’t bent upward or sideways, and your spine...
- What is Ergonomics? | Humanscale Ergonomic ConsultingWhat is Ergonomics? Ergonomics is about designing for people. Defined as the science of fitting a workplace to the user’s needs, ergonomics aims to increase efficiency and productivity and reduce discomfort. Think about the angle of your computer monitor, or the height of your desk.
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