Introduction to human factors and ergonomics /
by R. S. Bridger
- 4th sp. indian ed.
- New York : CRC Press, 2018.
- xlix, 719 p. : ill.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents : Prologue : Human factors and ergonomics in systems design and project management-- 1. Human factors and ergonomics from the earliest times to the present -- 2. The body as a mechanical system -- 3. Anthropometry, workstation and facilities design -- 4. Posture, movement and workspace design -- 5. Repetitive tasks. risk assessment and task design -- 6. Design of manual handling and load carriage tasks -- 7. Work capacity, stress, fatigue and recovery -- 8. Job demands, health and well-being for a changing population -- 9. Working in hot and cold climates -- 10. The visual environment : measurement and design -- 11. Hearing, sound, noise and vibration -- 12. The mind at work : intention, action and interpretation -- 13. Displays and controls -- 14. Interactive devices and the Internet -- 15. HFE in accident investigation and safety management -- 16. System stability and sustainability.