1.14 Subject
Title : APPLIED
ERGONOMICS
DETAILED
CONTENTS : SUBJECT 1.14
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CHAPTER-1
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1.1 Load
Carrying :
1.2 Limits to
load carrying.
1.3 Physiological
basis of work.
1.4 Muscle
System.
1.5 Lever
systems in human body.
1.6 Physiological
problems associated
with load carrying (injuries / fatigue etc.)
1.7 Possible
solutions to these problems and
general guide lines to avoid such problems. |
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CHAPTER-2
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2.1 Hand
tools and their use :
2.2 Design of
tools in relation to body postures
2.3 Hand tools
/ power tools /
specialised tools Body supports / tool supports
2.4 Safety
while using tools
2.5 Tool boxes
/ kits
2.6 Tool
maintenance / Training in usage.
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CHAPTER-3
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3.1 Work
Station Design :
3.2 Introduction
to Anthropometrics.
3.3 Concepts
of percentiles (5th, 50th, 95th ),
averages & how & where to apply these.
3.4 Working
heights – standing, sitting, semi
standing (high stools)
3.5 Correct
postures – Health problems related
to wrong postures, back pain etc. fatigue due to sitting.
3.6 Good Chair
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3.7 Precession
tasks vs gross tasks.
3.8 Inspection
tasks.
3.9 Key board
work station.
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CHAPTER-4
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4.1 Machine
Controls and Displays :
4.2 Location
& Sequence of operation.
4.3 Natural
expectation of control movement.
4.4 Preventing
accidental activation.
4.5 Emergency
controls ( creating
accident scenarios).
4.6 Foot
controls.
4.7 Displays –
digital, analog, arrays, audio signals,
coding, labeling, signs & symbols, warnings. |
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CHAPTER-5
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5.1 Lighting
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5.2 Direct /
indirect lighting / shadows
Local vs. general lighting Glare Measurement of light & acceptable / recommended values for lighting. |
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CHAPTER-6
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6.1 Heat
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6.2 Protection
from heat, protective suits / shoes /
masks, ventilation & exhausts.
6.3 Good
practices, insulation materials.
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12
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CHAPTER-7
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7.1 Noise
:
7.2 Protection
from noise, reducing noise
levels, good practices, insulation. |
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10
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CHAPTER-8
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8.1 Emergencies
:
8.2 Fire,
Flood, Earthquakes /
Emergency Accident Scenarios
8.3 Guidelines
for prevention escape routes,
exists etc. |
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10
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CHAPTER-9
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9.1 General
upkeep :
9.2 Create
hassle free, injury free environment, proper aisles for men & material
movement, stairs, ramps, hand rails, signage.
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12
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CHAPTER-10
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10.1 Welfare
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10.2 Baths, toilets, food,
drinking water (minimum facilities and their upkeep)
10.3 Recreations &
relaxation / facilities Special needs of women
Creation of possibility of interaction, idea exchange,
easy communication
10.5 Self – improvement,
rewards & motivation.
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CHAPTER-11
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11.1 Consideration
for disabled, elderly & women at places :
11.2 Wheel chair
movement.
11.3 Use of crutches –
Ramps etc.
11.4 Signage for visually impaired/hearing
impaired.
11.5 Supports while
walking / sitting / working.
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