Power-driven tools may use an electric power source (saw, drill, screwdriver, sander, grinder), compressed air (saw, drill, wrench), smoothed internal combustion (chainsaw), or explosive power (bolter, cutter, riveter).
Visually appealing, the material covers three primary ergonomics issues - environmental, physiological and psychological and combines both realistic vignettes and profiles of actual businesses that have successfully implemented ergonomics.
Covering the foundational principles and major topics in physical ergonomics, the book contains the necessary components of a quality ergonomics course,
Ergonomics focuses on human interaction with work tasks and technology and examines ways to amplify human capabilities, utilize human abilities and facilitate human efficiency. Both physical (anthopometric, biomechanical) and mental...
Upon completion of a course using this book, students will be prepared to apply the ergonomic knowledge in industry or continue to higher levels of study in the field.
Covering the foundational principles and major topics in physical ergonomics, the book contains the necessary components of a quality ergonomics course,
Whilst outlining the principles of ergonomic practice in areas of special interest to physiotherapists, this book also illustrates the contribution which they can make to the growth of knowledge in...
ERGONOMICS: BODY MECHANICS AND SELF CARE FOR BODYWORKERS, 1/e is a comprehensive, engaging text which helps students develop good ergonomic habits by assessing their biomechanics and gaining an internal awareness of their posture and ...
An easy-to-use reference book written by a practicing ergonomics engineer, Ergonomics: How to Design for Ease and Efficincy explores the "why" and "how" of human engineering/ergonomics. ...