Work Study and Ergonomics
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Work Study and Ergonomics

  1. 403 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Work Study and Ergonomics

About this book

This book covers the fundamental concepts of work study and ergonomics in a single volume. It discusses the theories of human physiology and cognitive sciences, and evaluates the application of these theories to design a work environment that optimizes work potential and reduces threats of work-related disorders. It provides strategies to design effective work processes and a congenial work environment in order to enhance human well-being and efficiency. The book also explains the ergonomic tools and techniques including biomechanics, work posture assessment tools, anthropometry and work physiology. Using live examples from the industry, the author discusses the principles of work study including string diagram, method study, work sampling and man-machine system. The book demonstrates why it is important to 'fit the job to the man' rather than continuing with conventional practices that 'fit the man to the job'.

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Information

Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Year
2018
Print ISBN
9781107503366
eBook ISBN
9781316675519
Topic
Tecnología e ingeniería
Subtopic
Ingeniería general

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title
  3. Copyright
  4. Dedication
  5. Contents
  6. List of Figures
  7. List of Tables
  8. Preface
  9. Acknowledgments
  10. Chapter 1: Productivity and Work Study
  11. Chapter 2: Human Factors in Work Study
  12. Chapter 3: Method Study (Motion Study)
  13. Chapter 4: Work Measurement
  14. Chapter 5: Wages and Incentive Plans
  15. Chapter 6: Introduction to Ergonomics
  16. Chapter 7: Work Physiology
  17. Chapter 8: Biomechanics of Manual Lifting Tasks
  18. Chapter 9: Risk Assessment for Distal Upper Extremities (DUE) Disorders
  19. Chapter 10: Work Related MSDs Risk and Work Postures Assessment
  20. Chapter 11: Office Ergonomics
  21. Chapter 12: Physical Stresses
  22. Chapter 13: Occupational Noise Exposure
  23. Chapter 14: Occupational Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL)
  24. Chapter 15: Occupational Heat Stress Exposure
  25. Chapter 16: Dust Fumes and Respiratory System
  26. Chapter 17: Occupational Health and Safety
  27. Chapter 18: Cardiovascular Health of Steel Workers
  28. References

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