Ergonomics

Ergonomics is the study of the interaction between humans and other elements of a system, and the profession that applies theory, principles, data and methods to design in order to optimize human well-being and overall system performance. It is split into organisational, cognitive and physical ergonomics.

Organisational ergonomics is concerned with optimising the organisation of a system to increase the efficiency of human interaction including encouraging communication, resource management, work design, work times.

Cognitive ergonomics is a personal quality which is concerned with mental processes such as prcepton, memory, reasoning and motor response as they affect interactions among humans and other elements of a system. Organisation of decision making, human-computer interaction, reliability, work stress and training affect this.

Physical Ergonomics is also a personal quality concerned with human anatomical anthropometric, physiological and biomechanical characteristics as they relate to physical activity including posture, materials handling, repetitive motions, work related musculoskeletal disorders, workplace layout, safety and health.

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Picking this up as a 5th year post. Previously was some rubbish copy pasted from a lecture.

Some tips on ergonomics that i've noticed. I have poor ergonomics, so what can I improve?

-More conscious thought about the position of my back so make sure i'm not slouching. Thinking about it every few minutes and noticing he gradual slump to straighten it out.

-Have the bracket table as close as possible to you to so you don't have to reach far to get any instruments

-Ergonomic clinical layout is paramount. Poor design will stick with you for years.

-Don't turn at the waist

-Adjust your chair so the butt part is slightly downhill and the back part is forward postured and will contact your back. This way you'll be forced to keep a straight back.

-Don't shrug your shoulders. drop it down and squeeze your shoulders back