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    Ergonomics: Presenter: Godefroid Ass: Richard

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    Defined as the science of fitting a workplace to the user’s needs, ergonomics aims to increase efficiency and productivity and reduce discomfort.

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    Defined as the science of fitting a workplace to the user’s needs, ergonomics aims to increase efficiency and productivity and reduce discomfort.

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    Defined as the science of fitting a workplace to the user’s needs, ergonomics aims to increase efficiency and productivity and reduce discomfort.

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    Ergonomics: Presenter: Godefroid Ass: Richard

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    Ergonomics

    Presenter: Godefroid
    Ass: Richard
    is about designing for people.
    Defined as the science of fitting
    a workplace to the user’s needs,
    ergonomics aims to increase
    efficiency and productivity and
    reduce discomfort.
    Think about the angle of your computer
    monitor, or the height of your desk. Think
    about whether your eyes are strained by the
    end of the day or if your wrists hurt from
    typing.
    A sound understanding of ergonomics
    can prevent most workplace injuries by
    adjusting tools to the user, putting an
    emphasis on proper posture to reduce
    the impact of repetitive movements.
    The use of computers and rapidly changing
    technology in the modern workplace has
    greatly increased the need for ergonomics.
    Desks, chairs, monitors, keyboards and
    lighting all need to be assessed when
    creating a workspace, whether it is at the
    office or at home.
    Ergonomics also takes into account the need
    for movement throughout the day. Office
    furniture has traditionally encouraged stiff,
    fixed postures and little movement.
    However, a balance between sitting and
    standing, which can be aided with a height-
    adjustable desk, is a proven way to combat
    the effects of sedentary workplace behavior.
    Ergonomics is a relatively new branch of science which celebrated
    its 50th anniversary in 1999, but relies on research carried out in
    many other older, established scientific areas, such as
    engineering, physiology and psychology.
    To achieve best practice design, Ergonomists use the data and
    techniques of several disciplines:
    • anthropometry: body sizes, shapes; populations and variations
    • biomechanics: muscles, levers, forces, strength
    • environmental physics: noise, light, heat, cold, radiation,
    vibration body systems: hearing, vision, sensations
    • applied psychology: skill, learning, errors, differences
    • social psychology: groups, communication, learning, behaviours.
    In conclusion All of Humanscale’s work tools
    are inherently ergonomic. They are created
    to be intuitive and adjust effortlessly to the
    user. Our products are created to promote
    daily movement and physical activity, while
    supporting the user’s posture.

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