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In Career and Jobs • 2 min read • Jun 20, 2022 11:40a.m.
ERGONOMICS

<span class="html-content"> <p>Ergonomics is the science that deals with the fit between people and their work. It matches the requirements of a job with the capabilities of the worker.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;An Ergonomist is a professional who assesses the fit between a person and their work. He/She puts into consideration,&nbsp;<em>&nbsp;</em></p><p>i. The Job being done and the demands on the worker.</p><p>ii. Equipment used.</p><p>iii. Information used.</p><p>iv. Physical environment (temperature, humidity, lighting, vibration, noise).</p><p>v. Social environment ( team work and supportive management).</p> <p>An Ergonomist also puts into consideration the physical and psychological aspects of a person such as,</p><p>Physical aspects;&nbsp;</p><p>1. Body size and shape.</p><p>2. Fitness and strength .</p><p>3. Posture.</p><p>4. Stress and strain on muscles, joints, nerves.&nbsp;</p><p>5. Senses ( vision, hearing and touch).</p> <p>Psychological aspects;&nbsp;</p><p>1. Mental abilities.</p><p>2. Personality .</p><p>3. Knowledge and experience.</p> <p>By fitting the task to the worker, Ergonomics tends to reduce accidents and ill health , thereby increasing productivity.&nbsp;</p><p>Proactive ergonomics is aimed at the prevention of work related musculoskeletal disorders through recognizing, anticipating, and reducing risk factors in the planning stages of new systems of work and workplaces .&nbsp;</p><p>Some of the ergonomics principles includes,</p><p>1. Job must be done in a neutral position.</p><p>2. Keeping work close to the body.&nbsp;</p><p>3.Avoid bending forward.</p><p>4. Alternate posture and movements.&nbsp;</p><p>5. Keeping task within the shoulder level.</p><p>6. Use of mechanical aids.</p><p>7. Use of transport accessories.</p> </span>

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