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Ergonomics

Ergonomics. What is Ergonomics?. The study of relationship between workers and their environment Ensuring a good “fit” between people, the work they do and the things they use Fitting the job to the worker, rather than the worker to the job. Ergonomic Factors to Consider.

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Ergonomics

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  1. Ergonomics

  2. What is Ergonomics? • The study of relationship between workers and their environment • Ensuring a good “fit” between people, the work they do and the things they use • Fitting the job to the worker, rather than the worker to the job

  3. Ergonomic Factors to Consider • Consider all ways in which the equipment or system may be used and then ask: • Does it suit your body size? • Does it also suit all other users? • Can you see & hear all you need to easily? • Do you understand all information presented? • Do errors occur frequently, and is it easy to recover from them? • Does the equipment or system cause discomfort if you use it for any length of time?

  4. Ergonomic Factors to Consider cont. • Is it convenient to use? • Is it easy to learn to use? • Is it compatible with other systems in use? • Could any of these aspects be improved? • Do other users have similar reactions?

  5. Identifying Problems • Causes of accident & near misses may be attributable to people being: • Unable to see important displays; • Unable to reach controls; • Unable to work in a comfortable position; • Overloaded with too much information at one time; • Inattentive because there is too little to do or too little variety

  6. Identifying Problems • Make shift adaptations to machines – e.g. lengthened levers, extra labels on witches, blocks of wood or cushions used to alter working positions – can be an indication that the design of the equipment or job needs attention • Medical and absence records may also reveal problems with particular jobs or tasks

  7. Solutions • Risks can be reduced by changes to designs of workstations, tools and work organisation • Simple solutions are often better • Involve and consult the workforce • Monitor remedial actions to ensure effectiveness

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