Ergonomics and Design A Reference Guide

Ergonomics and Design A Reference Guide

Ergonomics and Design A Reference Guide

Compiled and Written by Scott Openshaw, Allsteel

Erin Taylor, Allsteel Graphics by

Gailyn Minder, Allsteel Woody Witherow TJ Long Marcus Ford

? 2006 Allsteel Inc.

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Table of Contents

Introduction from Allsteel ........................................................................1

Product Design Ergonomics 101 .............................................................3

Anthropometric Measurements...............................................................5 Introduction...........................................................................................5 Percentile Humans ................................................................................6 Anthropometric Databases ...................................................................7 Anthropometric Resources....................................................................9

Common Workplace Postures ...............................................................11 Standing ..............................................................................................12 Sitting ..................................................................................................12 Reaching .............................................................................................15 Moving ................................................................................................15

Common Workplace Motions ................................................................17 Good and Bad Zones..........................................................................17 Repetitive Motions..............................................................................19

Office Furniture Guidelines for Fit and Function...................................21 Anticipate Actions...............................................................................22 Chairs ..................................................................................................23 Desk and Worksurfaces.......................................................................26 Storage and Files ................................................................................29 Accessories .........................................................................................29 Resources for Designing Ergonomic Products....................................32

Universal Design Considerations ...........................................................33 Wheelchairs.........................................................................................34 Crutches, Canes, and Walkers ............................................................36 Knobs, Handles, and Controls ............................................................37 Access Ramps and Stairs.....................................................................39 Resources on Universal Design ...........................................................41

Conclusion ..............................................................................................43

Glossary ..................................................................................................45

Appendix ................................................................................................47

References ..............................................................................................53

Index.......................................................................................................55

About the Authors .................................................................................57

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