Citation

Simpson GC. Int. J. Ind. Ergonomics 1988; 2(2): 157-163.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1988, Elsevier Publishing)

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Abstract

The paper examines the impact of the economic climate on the emergence of industrial ergonomics and on its future development. A need is identified for a greater economic emphasis in the promotion of ergonomics. A case is developed using examples from the manufacturing, steel, coal and power industries to show that poor ergonomics can reduce the day-by-day efficiency of industry and that ergonomic change can result in direct economic benefit. Examples are given covering both the health/safety and performance/productivity aspects of ergonomics.