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social science subjects > psychology > applied psychology > ergonomics

... > business and management > organization studies > organization studies encyc > approaches to organization theory > ergonomics

social science subjects > psychology > cognitive psychology > ergonomics

other subjects > engineering > ergonomics

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ergonomics

Definition

Ergonomics is the study of human beings and their interactions with objects and systems in the environment. Its aim is to use knowledge about human abilities and limitations to design and build objects and systems that match human capabilities and limitations, thereby optimizing human well-being and overall system performance. [Source: International Encyclopedia of Organization Studies; Ergonomics]

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