Ergonomics Methods Handbook Overview

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Which of the following handbooks was edited by Jacko and Sears in 2003?

A Guide to Practical Human Reliability Assessment

The Human–Computer Interaction Handbook (correct)

The Occupational Ergonomics Handbook

Cognitive Task Analysis

What year was the first edition of 'A Guide to Practical Human Reliability Assessment' published?

1994 (correct)

2003

1996

1999

Which of the following handbooks includes the topic of usability evaluation in industry?

The Human–Computer Interaction Handbook

A Guide to Task Analysis

Usability Evaluation in Industry (correct)

Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics

Who edited the 'Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics' in 1997?

Salvendy Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the 'Occupational Ergonomics Handbook' edited by Karwowski and Marras?

Ergonomic principles in the workplace Signup and view all the answers

Which university is associated with Christopher Baber?

University of Denver Signup and view all the answers

What city is associated with the Institute for Simulation & Training?

Orlando Signup and view all the answers

Which individual is linked to Experimental & Work Psychology?

Pascale Carayon Signup and view all the answers

Where is the University of Groningen located?

Groningen, the Netherlands Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary field of study for the University of Birmingham?

Computing Engineering Signup and view all the answers

Who is associated with the American Institutes for Research?

James E. Driskell Signup and view all the answers

What institution is David F. Dinges affiliated with?

University of Central Florida Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following individuals is not affiliated with a university?

Robens Center for Health Ergonomics Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following focuses on the assessment of biological and particulate-phase contaminants in indoor air quality?

Indoor Air Quality: Biological/Particulate-Phase Contaminant Exposure Assessment Methods Signup and view all the answers

Who conducted research on heat stress indices?

Alan Hedge Signup and view all the answers

Which method assesses human reactions to background noise?

Rapid Sound-Quality Assessment of Background Noise Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of environmental methods deals with measuring thermal conditions?

Thermal Conditions Measurement Signup and view all the answers

Which two authors are associated with olfactometry as a detection instrument?

Pamela Dalton and Monique Smeets Signup and view all the answers

Which topic discusses the influences of noise on human behavior?

Noise and Human Behavior Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not an environmental method listed?

Structural Sound Assessment Signup and view all the answers

Who is associated with the evaluation of office lighting?

Mark S. Rea Signup and view all the answers

What was the inspiration for the handbook?

A previous publication on research methodologies. Signup and view all the answers

In which year did the proposal for this handbook begin?

2000 Signup and view all the answers

Who was pivotal in the commissioning of the handbook?

Tony Moore Signup and view all the answers

What was a key goal for the contributors of the handbook?

To present methods in a standardized format. Signup and view all the answers

How long did it take to gather and edit the contributions for the handbook?

4 years Signup and view all the answers

What attitude did the contributors show towards the handbook project?

Enthusiasm and willingness to participate. Signup and view all the answers

What is a hoped outcome of the handbook for developers of methods?

To report their methods in a more consistent manner. Signup and view all the answers

Which team contributed to the production of the handbook?

The book commissioning and production team at Taylor & Francis and CRC Press. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the OWPAS method?

To analyze posture-related injury risks. Signup and view all the answers

What type of data does the PEO method primarily collect?

Postures related to hand, neck, trunk, and knee. Signup and view all the answers

How do ergonomists typically enter data during real-time observations?

Using handheld personal digital assistants (PDAs). Signup and view all the answers

Which method measures perceived exertion in physical work?

Borg Ratings of Perceived Exertion scale. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key limitation of various methods used to assess discomfort or posture?

They fail to measure work effort and accumulated fatigue. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Muscle Fatigue Assessment method aim to characterize?

Discomfort and behavior changes in workers. Signup and view all the answers

Why is quantifying changes in injury risk valuable for management decision-making?

It aids in evaluating the success of ergonomic design changes. Signup and view all the answers

What challenge continues to be significant for ergonomists today?

Assessing discomfort and posture without data on effort. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

TAFEI analysis

The TAFEI analysis is still being developed and used in reports
The Handbook of Ergonomics Methods originated after "A Guide to Methodology in Ergonomics" was published

Handbook of Ergonomics Methods

The handbook originated in 2000
Experts in ergonomics methods provided contributions to the handbook
The handbook provides a standardized format for reporting ergonomic methods
The handbook aims to encourage the development of more methods and for users to explore methods further

Handbook Acknowledgements

The editorial team thanks all contributors for their professionalism
The editorial team thanks the production team for their contributions

Chapter Contributors

Ogden Brown, Jr.
Dick de Waard
Christopher Baber
Peter Buckle
David P. Baker
C. Shawn Burke
Natale Battevi
James E. Driskell
Robin Dunkin-Chadwick
J. Matthew Beaubien
J.R. Driskell
Brian Mullen
Artem Belopolsky
Daniela Colombini
Pascale Carayon
Alan Hedge
George Havenith
Hannu Rintamäki
Jørn Toftum
Thad Godish
Pamela Dalton
Monique Smeets
Mark S. Rea
Peter R. Boyce
Rendell R. Torres
R.F. Soames Job
Gary W. Evans
Lorraine E. Maxwell
Jack F. Wasserman
Donald E. Wasserman
David Wilder
Brian Peacock
Jennifer Blume
Susan Vallance

Macroergonomic Methods

Several books on Human-Computer Interaction have been published
There are several books on occupational ergonomics
There are several books on task analysis
There are several books on Human Factors and Ergonomics

Physical Methods

The OWPAS (Ovako Working Posture Analysis System) method involves observation and sampling of tasks by estimating injury risks
The PEO (Portable Ergonomics Observation) method involves recording postures and evaluating manual handling activities
Ergonomic design changes to equipment or workplace layout can be quantified to measure the success of the changes
PDAs can be used to generate ergonomic reports on workspaces
The Borg Ratings of Perceived Exertion scale quantifies effort involved in physical work
The Muscle Fatigue Assessment method characterizes discomfort and identifies how workers change their behaviour to cope with fatigue

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Explore the origins and development of the Handbook of Ergonomics Methods, published in 2000. This quiz covers its contributions to standardizing ergonomic reporting and acknowledges the professionals involved in its creation. Test your knowledge on the TAFEI analysis and various chapter contributors.