Human Factors And Ergonomics In Practice

Author : Steven Shorrock,Claire Williams
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 503 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2016-11-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781317120339

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Human Factors and Ergonomics in Practice by Steven Shorrock,Claire Williams Pdf

This edited book concerns the real practice of human factors and ergonomics (HF/E), conveying the perspectives and experiences of practitioners and other stakeholders in a variety of industrial sectors, organisational settings and working contexts. The book blends literature on the nature of practice with diverse and eclectic reflections from experience in a range of contexts, from healthcare to agriculture. It explores what helps and what hinders the achievement of the core goals of HF/E: improved system performance and human wellbeing.?The book should be of interest to current HF/E practitioners, future HF/E practitioners, allied practitioners, HF/E advocates and ambassadors, researchers, policy makers and regulators, and clients of HF/E services and products.

Author : Haydee M. Cuevas,Jonathan Velázquez,Andrew R. Dattel
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2017-09-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781317120223

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Human Factors in Practice by Haydee M. Cuevas,Jonathan Velázquez,Andrew R. Dattel Pdf

Human Factors in Practice: Concepts and Applications is written for the practitioner who wishes to learn about human factors (HF) but is more interested in application (applied research) than theory (basic research). Each chapter discusses the application of important human factors theories, principles and concepts, presented at a level that can be easily understood by layman readers with no prior knowledge or formal education in human factors. The book illustrates to the non-HF practitioner the many varied domains in which human factors has been applied as well as serving to showcase current research in these areas. All chapters address the common overarching theme of applying human factors theories, principles and concepts to address real-world problems, and follow a similar structure to ensure consistency across chapters. Standard sections within each chapter include a discussion of the scientific underpinnings, a description of relevant HF methods and guidance on sources of further information, case studies to illustrate application, and a summary of likely future trends. Each chapter concludes with a short list of key terms and definitions to enhance the reader’s understanding of the content. Featuring specialist contributors from a variety of disciplines and cultural backgrounds, the book represents a diverse range of perspectives on human factors and will appeal to a broad international audience. It is consciously not a classroom textbook but rather intended to be read at the workplace by non-HF practitioners, and written specifically with their needs in mind. Reading this book will give all practitioners a solid grounding in modern human factors and its application in real-world situations.

Author : Neville Anthony Stanton,Alan Hedge,Karel Brookhuis,Eduardo Salas,Hal W. Hendrick
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 768 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2004-08-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780203489925

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Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics Methods by Neville Anthony Stanton,Alan Hedge,Karel Brookhuis,Eduardo Salas,Hal W. Hendrick Pdf

Research suggests that ergonomists tend to restrict themselves to two or three of their favorite methods in the design of systems, despite a multitude of variations in the problems that they face. Human Factors and Ergonomics Methods delivers an authoritative and practical account of methods that incorporate human capabilities and limitations, envi

Author : Robert Bridger
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 1060 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2017-10-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781498795968

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Introduction to Human Factors and Ergonomics by Robert Bridger Pdf

Building on the success of previous editions, the 4th edition of ‘Introduction to Human Factors and Ergonomics’ provides a comprehensive and up to date introduction to the field. The new edition places the subject matter into a system context using a human-machine model to structure the chapters and a knowledge application model to structure the organisation of material in each chapter. Every chapter covers: Core Concepts, Basic Applications, Tools and Processes, and System Integration issues regardless of topic. Includes over 200 exercises and essays (at least ten per chapter). An Instructor’s Manual, A Guide to Tutorials and Seminars and and over 500 powerpoint slides are available for academic users from the publisher. All chapters contain ‘HFE Workshop’ sections with practical guidance and worked examples. Please see the TOC for more information.

Author : Janette Edmonds,The Keil Centre
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 526 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2016-09-17
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128038789

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Human Factors in the Chemical and Process Industries by Janette Edmonds,The Keil Centre Pdf

Human Factors in the Chemical and Process Industries: Making it Work in Practice is a comprehensive overview of human factors within this sector, focusing on the practical application. It has been written by acknowledged industry experts from the Keil Centre, which is a leading practice of chartered ergonomics and human factors specialists, chartered safety specialists, registered occupational psychologists, and registered clinical psychologists. The book was inspired by the international human factors training course run by the Keil Centre with the IChemE, which has reached four continents across the world. The book is written for those who want a comprehensive overview of the subject, focusing on the practical application of human factors. It has been written for safety professionals, engineers and operational disciplines within industry, and those aspiring to these disciplines, who either deal with human factors issues or any aspect of the ‘human element’ in their core role. The book explains what ‘human factors’ is about and how human factors issues are best managed from a practical perspective. It will help readers develop a greater understanding of the area and how to establish more effective solutions for human factors related issues. Provides comprehensive coverage of the most relevant human factors within this sector, with succinct overviews of each topic Uses case studies and practical examples to illustrate topics and explains the material in a fully accessible, easy to understand style Written by a single team of eleven industry practitioners, drawing on the combined expertise of different human factors specialisms which are rarely comprehensively combined in a single resource

Author : James R. Lewis
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2016-04-19
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781439815854

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Practical Speech User Interface Design by James R. Lewis Pdf

Although speech is the most natural form of communication between humans, most people find using speech to communicate with machines anything but natural. Drawing from psychology, human-computer interaction, linguistics, and communication theory, Practical Speech User Interface Design provides a comprehensive yet concise survey of practical speech user interface (SUI) design. It offers practice-based and research-based guidance on how to design effective, efficient, and pleasant speech applications that people can really use. Focusing on the design of speech user interfaces for IVR applications, the book covers speech technologies including speech recognition and production, ten key concepts in human language and communication, and a survey of self-service technologies. The author, a leading human factors engineer with extensive experience in research, innovation and design of products with speech interfaces that are used worldwide, covers both high- and low-level decisions and includes Voice XML code examples. To help articulate the rationale behind various SUI design guidelines, he includes a number of detailed discussions of the applicable research. The techniques for designing usable SUIs are not obvious, and to be effective, must be informed by a combination of critically interpreted scientific research and leading design practices. The blend of scholarship and practical experience found in this book establishes research-based leading practices for the design of usable speech user interfaces for interactive voice response applications.

Author : David Meister
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1971
Category : Psychology
ISBN : UOM:39015028294091

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Human Factors: Theory and Practice by David Meister Pdf

Author : Pedro Miguel Ferreira Martins Arezes,Paulo Victor Rodrigues de Carvalho
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 422 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2016-08-19
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781498727570

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Ergonomics and Human Factors in Safety Management by Pedro Miguel Ferreira Martins Arezes,Paulo Victor Rodrigues de Carvalho Pdf

Accident prevention is a common thread throughout every aspect of our society. However, even with the most current technological developments, keeping people safe and healthy, both at workplaces and at other daily activities, is still a continual challenge. When it comes to work environments, ergonomics and human factors knowledge can play an important role and, therefore, must be included in, or be a part of, the safety management as a cross-disciplinary area concerned with the understanding of actual work situations and potential variables. This multidisciplinary approach will ultimately ensure the safety, health, and well-being of all collaborators. The main goal of this book is to present theories and models, and to describe practices to foster and promote safer work and working environments. This book offers: · Examples of field practices that can be reproduced in other scenarios · Applications of new methods for risk assessment · Methods on how to apply and integrate human factors and ergonomics in accident prevention and safety management · Coverage of human factors and ergonomics in safety culture · New methods for accident analysis This book is a compilation of contributions from invited authors organized in three main topics from eleven countries and is intended to cover specific aspects of safety and human factors management ranging from case studies to the development of theoretical models. Hopefully, the works presented in the book can be an inspiration for translating research into useful actions and, ultimately, making a relevant and tangible contribution to the safety of our daily and work settings.

Author : Christopher P. Nemeth
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2004-11-11
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780415297998

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Human Factors Methods for Design by Christopher P. Nemeth Pdf

An easy-to-use, in-depth manual, Human Factors Methods for Design supplies the how-tos for approaching and analyzing design problems and provides guidance for their solution. It draws together the basics of human behavior and physiology to provide a context for readers who are new to the field. The author brings in problem analysis, including test and evaluation methods and simple experimentation and recognizes the importance of cost-effectiveness. Finally, he emphasizes the need for good communication to get the new product understood and accepted. The author draws from his corporate experience as a research and development manager and his consulting practice in human factors and design.

Author : David J. Oborne
Publisher : Taylor & Francis Group
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Human engineering
ISBN : 0850663598

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International Reviews of Ergonomics by David J. Oborne Pdf

Author : Gavriel Salvendy
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 1754 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2012-05-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781118129081

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Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics by Gavriel Salvendy Pdf

The fourth edition of the Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics has been completely revised and updated. This includes all existing third edition chapters plus new chapters written to cover new areas. These include the following subjects: Managing low-back disorder risk in the workplace Online interactivity Neuroergonomics Office ergonomics Social networking HF&E in motor vehicle transportation User requirements Human factors and ergonomics in aviation Human factors in ambient intelligent environments As with the earlier editions, the main purpose of this handbook is to serve the needs of the human factors and ergonomics researchers, practitioners, and graduate students. Each chapter has a strong theory and scientific base, but is heavily focused on real world applications. As such, a significant number of case studies, examples, figures, and tables are included to aid in the understanding and application of the material covered.

Author : Nancy L. Black,W. Patrick Neumann,Ian Noy
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 830 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2021-04-30
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783030746025

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Proceedings of the 21st Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA 2021) by Nancy L. Black,W. Patrick Neumann,Ian Noy Pdf

This book presents the proceedings of the 21st Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA 2021), held online on June 13-18, 2021. By highlighting the latest theories and models, as well as cutting-edge technologies and applications, and by combining findings from a range of disciplines including engineering, design, robotics, healthcare, management, computer science, human biology and behavioral science, it provides researchers and practitioners alike with a comprehensive, timely guide on human factors and ergonomics. It also offers an excellent source of innovative ideas to stimulate future discussions and developments aimed at applying knowledge and techniques to optimize system performance, while at the same time promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of individuals. The proceedings include papers from researchers and practitioners, scientists and physicians, institutional leaders, managers and policy makers that contribute to constructing the Human Factors and Ergonomics approach across a variety of methodologies, domains and productive sectors. This volume includes papers addressing the following topics: Activity Theories for Work Analysis and Design (ATWAD), Organisation design and management (ODAM), Ergonomic Work Analysis and Training (EWAT), Systems HF/E, HF/E Education and Professional Certification Development.

Author : Cecilia Berlin,Caroline Adams
Publisher : Ubiquity Press
Page : 297 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2017-06-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781911529132

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Production Ergonomics by Cecilia Berlin,Caroline Adams Pdf

Production ergonomics – the science and practice of designing industrial workplaces to optimize human well-being and system performance – is a complex challenge for a designer. Humans are a valuable and flexible resource in any system of creation, and as long as they stay healthy, alert and motivated, they perform well and also become more competent over time, which increases their value as a resource. However, if a system designer is not mindful or aware of the many threats to health and system performance that may emerge, the end result may include inefficiency, productivity losses, low working morale, injuries and sick-leave. To help budding system designers and production engineers tackle these design challenges holistically, this book offers a multi-faceted orientation in the prerequisites for healthy and effective human work. We will cover physical, cognitive and organizational aspects of ergonomics, and provide both the individual human perspective and that of groups and populations, ending up with a look at global challenges that require workplaces to become more socially and economically sustainable. This book is written to give you a warm welcome to the subject, and to provide a solid foundation for improving industrial workplaces to attract and retain healthy and productive staff in the long run.

Author : Neville Stanton,Paul M. Salmon,Laura A. Rafferty
Publisher : Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.
Page : 657 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781409457541

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Human Factors Methods by Neville Stanton,Paul M. Salmon,Laura A. Rafferty Pdf

This second edition of Human Factors Methods: A Practical Guide for Engineering and Design now presents 107 design and evaluation methods including numerous refinements to those that featured in the original. The book acts as an ergonomics methods manual, aiding both students and practitioners. Offering a 'how-to' text on a substantial range of ergonomics methods, the eleven sections represent the different categories of ergonomics methods and techniques that can be used in the evaluation and design process.

Author : D. J. Oborne (ed)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:173310646

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International Reviews of Ergonomics: Current Trends in Human Factors Research and Practice. Volume 2 by D. J. Oborne (ed) Pdf