November 16, 2009
A researcher at Temple University tells us to hold the applause for deft text-messaging young adults. She suggests their clever fingers could put them at risk of overuse injuries.
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November 11, 2009
LEED certification answers the new focus on sustainability in the construction and property sectors. It has made space for ergonomics in the certificate requirements.
November 9, 2009
A recent international study shows that humans and the way they interact with their computers and online accounts represent the weakest link in security systems.
November 4, 2009
How strong is the association between carpal tunnel syndrome and specific occupations? A French study lends support to a workplace public policy.
November 2, 2009
World Usability Day-2009 couples usability and sustainability. It
October 28, 2009
World Usability Day on November 12 picked sustainability as its theme, sidestepping ergonomics and human factors, the pillars of usability.
October 26, 2009
Pilots overshot their destination airport, Minneapolis, on October 21, and aviation authorities sent out an alert about sleep apnea. But pilots can nod off for several common and often preventable reasons the authorities didn't mention.
October 21, 2009
A recent study indicates individual workstation assessments by qualified practitioners are essential for good results in a proactive office ergonomics program.
October 19, 2009
A Democratic US senator, Al Franken, has introduced legislation to make patient handling safer for nurses and patients alike. A companion bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives.