Ergonomics - Science of Man – Machine relationship

In Today’s developing world of Science & Technology – Ergonomics play a very important role in Man – Machine combination in terms of human comfort , efficiency and safety.

Ergonomics – a Greek words – Ergon – meaning – work & nomos – meaning law

The dictionary defines ergonomics – The applied science of equipment design as for the workplace, intended to maximize productivity by reducing operator fatigue and discomfort.

I remember my childhood days of activities at home ( around 40-50 years ago ). Ergonomics was integral part of activities keeping every one healthy , without fatigue and stress or body discomfort. Today’s common problem are : 

ü  Neck pain

ü  Obesity

ü  Head ache

ü  Back pain

ü  Knee pain

ü  Eye strain

ü  Body pain

Etc.....................

I think this is the result of carelessness or unawareness of self

Parents at home used to advise on very small – small activities like .......

ü  How to sit, while studying

ü  How to sit , while eating food

ü  How to stand and walk

ü  How to eat food

ü  How to lift weight

Mother at home used to cook food -  In sitting posture / use of hand grinder/ mixer etc which takes care of proper posture while working as well as proper physical exercise of body limbic system.

Managing ergonomics: One needs to be little bit aware of body postures -  a balance of body and physical action to be maintained properly with common sense and awareness . 

Prepared and compiled by: S.K.Udaiwal