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Ergonomics--origins, focus, and implementation considerations.

T J Sluchak
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1. Ergonomics (or human factors) is defined as the design or modification of the workplace to match human characteristics and capabilities. Its goal is to match the demands and requirements of the job to the abilities and capabilities of the worker. 2. Sound ergonomics programs are those which take advantage of the two distinguishing features of ergonomics: its interdisciplinary nature and its systems approach. 3. Ergonomics Program Management Guidelines for Meatpacking Plants (OSHA 3123) presents an excellent prescription for an ergonomics program. The guidelines can be adapted for use in any company. 4. Occupational health nurses must remain alert to all actual and potential ergonomic problems in the workplace, acting as the eyes and ears of the safety and health committee and the ergonomics teams, and quickly directing their attention to problematic work areas.

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T J Sluchak. 1992. Ergonomics--origins, focus, and implementation considerations.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1550620/

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