This volume presents a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental principles of ergonomics. It details the practical application of ergonomic principles in solving actual problems in the workplace, and reviews ergonomic case studies from various industries. It also contains helpful ergonomic tables; a work-saving list of vendors of ergonomic tools, software and video-training materials; and convenient ergonomic check lists.
Foreword
Preface
Contributors
Part 1 : Principles of Ergonomics
Chapter 1 : Anthropometry
Chapter 2 : Physiology of Body Movement
Chapter 3 : Physiological Aspects of Neuromuscular Function
Chapter 4 : Biomechanical Aspects of Body Movement
Chapter 5 : Biomechanical Models in Ergonomics
Chapter 6 : Psychophysical Methodology and the Evaluation of Manual Materials
Chapter 7 : Instrumentation for Occupational Ergonomics
Chapter 8 : Occupational Heat Stress
Chapter 9 : Physical Work Capacity : Principles and Applications
Chapter 10 : Worker Participation : Approaches and Issues
Part 2 : Application of Ergonomic Principles
Chapter 11 : JOB ANALYSIS
Chapter 12 : Workstation Evaluation and Design
Chapter 13 : Tool Evaluation and Design
Chapter 14 : Manual Materials Handling
Chapter 15 : Manual Materials Assist Devices
Chapter 16 : Evaluating Physical Qualifications of Workers and Jobs
Chapter 17 : Office Ergonomics
Chapter 18 : The Human Factors Aspects of Shiftwork
Chapter 19 : ErgoMOST : An Engineer`s Tool for Measuring Ergonomics Stress
Chapter 20 : The Design and Evaluation of a Musculoskeletal and Work History Questionnaire
Chapter 21 : Fall Prevention in Industry Using Slip Resistance Testing
Part 3 : Medical Surveillance for Ergonomics Programs
Chapter 22 : Record-Based ("Passive") Surveillance for Cumulative Trauma Disorders
Chapter 23 : Active Surveillance of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders : An Essential Component in Ergonomic Programs
Part 4 : Ergonomic Case Studies
Chapter 24 : Development and Implementation of an Ergonomics Process in the Automotive Industry : Reactive and Proactive Processes
Chapter 25 : Ergonomic Control Measures in the Health Care Industry
Chapter 26 : Ergonomics Case Studies in Industry : Health Care
Chapter 27 : Injuries and Erogonomic Applications in Construction
Chapter 28 : An Ergonomic Analysis and Abatement Recommendations to Reduce Musculoskeletal Stress in Warehousing Operations : A Case Study
Part 5 : Current Topics
Chapter 29 : Upper Extremely Cumulative Trauma Disorders : Current Trends
Chapter 30 : Occupational Human Vibration
Chapter 31 : Revised NIOSH Lifting Equation
Chapter 32 : OSHA`s Ergonomics Program
Chapter 33 : The Americans with Disabilities Act : Implications for the Use of Ergonomics in Rehabilitation
Chapter 34 : Legal Aspects of Erogonomics
Chapter 35 : Real-Time Exposure Assessment and Job Analysis Techniques to Solve Hazardous Workplace Exposures
Chapter 36 : Ergonomics and Concurrent Design
Part 6 : International Perspective on Ergonomics
Chapter 37 : Overview of Ergonomic Research and Some Practical Applications in Sweden
Chapter 38 : Overview of Ergonomic Needs and Research in India
Chapter 39 : Overview of Ergonomic Needs and Research in China
Chapter 40 : Overview of Ergonomic Needs and Research in Taiwan
Appendixes
Appendix A : Biomechanical Modelling of Carpet Installation Task
Appendix B : Ergonomics Checklists
Appendix C : Electronic Sources of Information
Appendix D : Ergonomics Software Sources
Appendix E : Information Sources from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Appendix F : Ergonomics Journals
Glossary
Index
