Defining Ergonomics
Introduction
Webster's New World Dictionary (College Edition) defines ergonomics as "the study of the problems of people in adjusting to their environment; especially the science that seeks to adapt work or working conditions to suit the individual worker."
Workers must use proper techniques when carrying heavy boxes.
The word "ergonomics" is from Greek: :
- "ergo" means "work,"
- "nomics" means "laws pertaining to, or measure."
- Ergonomics is "the laws pertaining to work, the measure of work."
Ergonomics may also be thought of as the science of fitting the job to the individual worker. When there is a mismatch between the physical requirements of the job and the physical capacity of the worker, musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) can result.
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1-1. Ergonomics is the science of fitting the job to _____.
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