ABSTRACT
Ergonomics is the study of fit—that is, ergonomics is about fitting the workplace to the worker, not the worker to the workplace. Ergonomics factors in differences in workers' ages, physical conditions, strength, gender, nature, and assorted other factors. So, ergonomics encompasses the laws of work, the interface between people and a variety of elements, and the measurement of work. Also, Occupational Safety and Health Administration have published a series of ergonomics guides to inform industry of the importance of ergonomics. The first and most obvious step in devising an organizational ergonomics program is to conduct a worksite hazard analysis to identify all hazards. To aid in reducing ergonomically related hazards in the workplace, employee participation is critical. Employees need to be aware of the organization's efforts not only to reduce, eliminate, evaluate, and control ergonomic hazards but also to be aware of the types of workplace situations and practices that lead to ergonomic problems.
