1st Edition
Ergonomics Foundational Principles, Applications, and Technologies
A comprehensive introduction to the field of ergonomics, this text includes scientific principles, research, applications, and emerging trends in technology. It contains all the necessary elements for delivery of a quality ergonomics course including a sample course syllabus, PowerPoint slides for instructors and students, homework assignments, class projects, instructor' s manual, suggested lab equipment, proposed lab exercises, and a student laboratory manual. This valuable resource provides allows readers to understand and improve the environments, equipment, and systems with which humans interact in the workplace, recreational environment, and home.
Foundational Ergonomics
Learning Goals
Key Topics
Introduction and Background
Ergonomics Defined
Summary
Exercises
References
Listing of Ergonomic Resources
Ergonomics and Related Associations
Additional Societies and Professional Organizations
Government Organizations
Standards
Systems of the Human Body
Learning Goals
Key Topics
Introduction and Background
Systems of the Body
Summary
Exercises
References
Senses of the Human Body and Measurement of Environmental Factors
Learning Goals
Key Topics
Introduction and Background
Sensory Functions
Environmental Factors in Ergonomics
Vibration and the Human Body
Exposure to Chemicals, Radiation, and Other Substances
Summary
Exercises
References
Muscular Work and Nervous Control of Movements
Learning Goals
Key Topics
Introduction and Background
Muscular Work
Summary
Exercises
References
Anthropometry
Learning Goals
Key Topics
Introduction and Background
What Is Anthropometry?
Summary
Exercises
References
Anthropometric Data Sources, Resources, and Databases
Design of Workplaces and Hand Tools
Learning Goals
Key Topics
Introduction and Background
Workplace Design Analysis
General Principles of Workplace Design
Work Envelopes
Workplace Evaluation Tools
Summary
Case Study References
Exercises
References
Workplace Evaluation Resource List (Source: Cornell University)
Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders
Learning Goals
Key Topics
Introduction and Background
Structures Impacted by WMSD
Types of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders
Stages of WMSD and Principles of Prevention
Task-Related Risk Factors
Personal Risk Factors
Screening Methods and Diagnosis of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders
Impact on Industry
Procedure for Workplace Analysis and Design
Ergonomic Program for WMSD
Summary
Exercises
References
Heavy Work and Evaluating Physical Workloads and Lifting
Learning Goals
Key Topics
Introduction and Background
Heavy Work
Manual Material Handling and Lifting
Assessment of Energy Expenditures: Direct and Indirect Measures
Evaluation of Physical Efforts in Manual Material Handling
NIOSH Lifting Guideline
Fatigue
Summary
Exercises
References
Information Ergonomics, Controls, and Displays
Learning Goals
Key Topics
Introduction and Background
Information Processing
Mental Workload Measurement
Controls and Displays
Summary
Exercises
References
Warning Labels, Instructions, and Product Liability
Learning Goals
Key Topics
Introduction and Background
Definitions
Product Liability
Summary
Exercises
References
References for Small Business.com
Index
Biography
Pamela McCauley
"This book provides an exhaustive overview of basic physical ergonomics principles. It is designed to be used as an introductory text and could be complemented with corresponding lab exercises. ... Bush brings her two decades of teaching expertise in ergonomics. The book fills the gap for an exhaustive introductory text for both students and professionals new to the field of ergonomics. ... Although the book primarily covers physical ergonomics, the chapter on cognitive ergonomics provides adequate references to explore further. This book would be a very valuable resource for anyone planning to take the Certified Professional Ergonomist examination."
—Sohit Karol, Design Researcher, Microsoft, writing in Ergonomics by Design, April 2015
"Students and instructors are able to download a comprehensive laboratory manual (144 pages) from the publisher’s website which comprises detailed descriptions of group and individual exercises. The instructions and material provided in the laboratory manual are based on the personal teaching experiences of the author, and the content is helpful. Instructors are further supported with an additional manual and slides when they adopt this textbook for their courses. ... It covers essential physical ergonomics knowledge in a condensed and easily accessible way. Instructors and students of introductory ergonomics courses will benefit from using these resources in class."
—Ulrike Charlton, University of Leicester, UK, writing in Ergonomics, Vol. 56, Issue 8, 2013