Download or read book The Biomechanical Basis of Ergonomics Anatomy Applied to the Design of Work Situations written by E. R. Tichauer and published by . This book was released on 1978-05-04 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shows how to apply ergonomics to manufacturing and service industries for increased productivity and reduced on-the-job hazards. Professionals concerned with the health, welfare, and performance of workers will learn the mechanics of the body for a priori design of work situations without having to resort to lengthy experimentation. This ``human engineering'' concept helps prevent occupational accidents, diseases and low levels of productivity which are often caused by the inadvertent neglect of basic biomechanical principles in the design of equipment or workplace layout.