2. Ergonomics Definition:
“Ergonomics is the science of human engineering, which
involves designing a workplace that fits a person physical
dimensions, with the intent of preventing work-related
injuries and illnesses and increase comfort and
productivity”
3. History:
The word ‘ergonomics’ was
founded in 1857 by Wojciech
Jastrzebowski and really means
‘the natural laws of work.
The word ‘ergonomic’ was formed
by the Greek words ‘ergon’ which
means work, and ‘nomos’ which
means natural laws.
4. Aspects of Ergonomics:
There are five aspects of ergonomics:
Safety –
Comfort –
Ease of use –
Productivity/performance –
Aesthetics -
6. Examples:
In Office: Ergonomically
designed furniture is important to
maintain good body positions
that keep the worker in the most
natural and neutral positions.
Ergonomics in Dental: It is
focused to the patient safety and
avoid medical errors. How
doctors, nurse, technician
proceed individually and as team.
How must be a health facility
developed to achieve the best
results.
7. Benefits of ergonomics :
An increase in comfort and job satisfaction.
Decrease in physical stress.
Can save time leaving more hours to do other work.
Improvement in morale at the work place.
Improvement in productivity.
8. Future Directions:
Automation running well.
A sixth sense for energy
management.
Better visualization atYour
Fingertips.
9. Some Applications
Ergonomics in Motor Vehicle
transportation
Military Ergonomic Standards
Ergonomics Guidelines for the
design, installation and use of
machine tools
Quality Management standards
Health Planning and organization
standards
Noise Level standards
Eye, head, hearing protection, air
quality, safety signs etc.
10.
11. Conclusion:
Work-related injuries are largely preventable and
continuous assessment of occupational risks are
created in our day-to-day life. Occupational risk
assessment should be an integrated part of the
organization’s process and culture.
