Heavy, exhausting work: Metabolic Load Writer’s Cramp: Static Load Preventing fatigue has long been a major focus of ergonomics and methods engineering. Production issues There is […]

Finding effective ways to reduce motions has been a hallmark of classic methods engineering a century ago and industrial ergonomics in more recent decades. Production issues […]

An essential aspect of task design is keeping products, parts, and tools that are frequently needed within easy reach.  Focusing on reach provides value in several […]

Heavy load on arm, hands Heavy pinch force Through the ages, countless tools and machines have served to reduce exertion. The search for even more ways to […]

Dial difficult to read — too small plus glare Complicated workbench control panel Everyone has had the frustration of not knowing how to do something that […]

Too low Too High A common workplace problem is a mismatch in heights between people and the work that they are doing.  This condition can make […]

Every joint bent and twisted Optimal working position (standing) Optimal working position is a critical factor for achieving both work efficiency and human well-being. These positions […]

Putting on your ergonomics glasses Ergonomics does not need to be difficult. Certainly there are complex and highly rigorous aspects of the field that must be […]

Good application of the information on this site generally requires adaptation to fit the circumstances of each workplace (see Cautions). The following list provides additional ways to […]