Ergonomics in the Work Place

I will take this opportunity to say that the subject was made easy to understand by the very able tutor .I found it a very full day covering a great deal of information.It was made understandable and memorable with true life illustrations.I would therefore like to pass on thanks and appreciation to Mr Jeff Doidge.
Doreen - course attendee

Ergonomics in the workplace is the 'fit' between people and their work, putting people first - taking into account their capabilities and limitations. It aimes to ensure tasks, equipment, information and the environment suit each worker.

Many aspects have to be considered for each worker including:

the job being done and the demands of the worker
the equipment used
the information used
the physical environment
the social environment

Ergonomics considers all physical aspects of the person:

fitness and posture
body size and shape
position
vision, hearing and touch of the worker
stresses on muscles, joints and nerves.