An assessment of tools, devices, or environments to optimize fit, safety, and comfort
- Ergonomic analysis is performed to suggest redesign improvements or establish ergonomic criteria for new design.
- The five interrelated criteria commonly used are:
- Size: Anthropometry is the systematic measurement of people to assess and design tools and systems.
- Strength: Manual force encompasses finger/hand strength for triggering and gripping and body strength for lifting.
- Reach: Assesses safe access to operator controls or environmental features and is typically based on fifth percentile females to accommodate most users.
- Clearance: Assesses effective space within and around machinery and for avoiding environmental obstacles ...