Occupational ergonomics : theory and applications

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    • Bhattacharya, Amit
    • McGlothlin, James D.

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Occupational ergonomics : theory and applications

edited by Amit Bhattacharya, James McGlothlin

(Occupational safety and health, 27)

Marcel Dekker, c1996

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Description

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.

Table of Contents

  • Part 1 Principles of ergonomics: anthropometry
  • physiology of body movement
  • physiological aspects of neuromuscular function
  • biomechanical aspects of body movement
  • biomechanical models in ergonomics. Part 2 Application of ergonomic principles: job analysis
  • workstation evaluation and design
  • tool evaluation and design
  • manual materials handling
  • manual materials assist devices. Part 3 Medical surveillance for ergonomics programme: record-based (passive) surveillance for cumulative trauma disorders
  • active surveillance of work-related musculoskeletal disorders - an essential component in ergonomic programmes. Part 4 Ergonomic case studies: development and implementation of an ergonomics process in the automotive industry - retroactive and proactive processes
  • ergonomic control measures in the health care industry
  • ergonomic case studies in industry - health care
  • injuries and ergonomic applications in construction
  • an ergonomic analysis and abatement recommendations to reduce musculoskeletal stress in warehousing operations - a case study. Part 5 Current topics: upper extremity cumulative trauma disorders - current trends
  • occupational human vibration
  • revised NIOSH lifting equation
  • OSHA's ergonomic programme
  • the Americans with Disabilities Act - implications for the use of ergonomics in rehabilitation. Part 6 International perspective on ergonomics: overview of ergonomic research and some practical applications in Sweden
  • overview of ergonomic needs and research in India
  • overview of ergonomic needs and research in China
  • overview of ergonomic needs and research in Taiwan
  • appendices.

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