ABSTRACT

The Rules of Work provides the reader with a useful guide for solving ergonomics problems. It is written for those professionals who understand the basic theories of ergonomics and are ready to put them into practice. Tools essential for implementing and managing an ergonomically sound environment are provided. For instance, the book provides a methodology for assessing the safety program of a workplace. It also outlines the main procedures and protocols for identifying and treating employees with injuries due to ergonomic flaws. Unlike many other books on the subject, this book goes beyond the manufacturing environment and covers office ergonomics as well. The focus is on the safety and health of the individual worker. This text is essential for ergonomists and industrial health and safety professionals.

chapter 1|15 pages

Part I The Rules

chapter 2|10 pages

Principle 2

chapter 3|5 pages

Principle 3

chapter 4|4 pages

Principle 4

chapter 5|5 pages

Principle 5

chapter 6|5 pages

Principle 6

chapter 7|3 pages

Principle 7

chapter 8|2 pages

Principle 8

chapter 9|2 pages

Principle 9

chapter 10|3 pages

Principle 10

chapter 11|19 pages

Applications

chapter 12|7 pages

Cognitive Ergonomics

chapter 13|3 pages

Work Organization

chapter 14|16 pages

Anthropometry

chapter 15|11 pages

Exertion and Biomechanics

chapter 16|5 pages

Posture

chapter 17|5 pages

Motions

chapter 18|4 pages

Miscellaneous

chapter 19|10 pages

Lifting Guideline

chapter 20|3 pages

Pushing, Pulling, and Carrying Guides

chapter 21|3 pages

Employee Discomfort Surveys

chapter 22|22 pages

Key Studies

chapter 23|14 pages

Problem-Solving Process