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HLTH 212
Chapter 7
Definition
Based on Greek words ergos meaning
work and nomos meaning the study of
Discipline that examines capabilities and
limitations of people
Compilation of information about human
characteristics and their connection with
workplace tools, materials, and facilities
Operator-Machine Systems
Interaction of People-MachinesEnvironment
People
Machine
Environment
People
Interaction Factors
Machine
Workplace layout and design
Distance and position of tools, controls
Environmental
Temperature, humidity, noise, vibration, lighting
People Factor
Psychology--science of human behavior
stresses include boredom, fatigue, memory,
attention, job satisfaction, stress
Mental health affects safety, quality, and
productivity
People Factor
Psychosocial--study of individuals behavior
in group environment
includes attitude formation, leadership styles,
power and influence, employee motivation
Machine Factor
Includes elements such as position of controls
and displays, distance of part storage bins
from worker, table height, furniture design,
tool characteristics
Operator stations used to be designed for
Average worker, but actually fit only 1%
New designs fit range of 90% of workers
5th to 95th percentile
Environmental Factor
Hot temperatures and high humidity
contribute to psychological and
physiological problems
Reduces mental capability to perform work
due to fatigue
Light and workplace illumination
glare, eye strain, too dark, too bright
Anthropometrics
Biomechanics
Study of the mechanical operation of the human
body
science of motion and force in living organisms
Operational Categories
Positioning--moving an object and corresponding