Table of Contents
Introduction from Allsteel ........................................................................1
Product Design Ergonomics 101 .............................................................3
Anthropometric Measurements ...............................................................5
Introduction...........................................................................................5
Percentile Humans ................................................................................6
Anthropometric Databases ...................................................................7
Anthropometric Resources ....................................................................9
Common Workplace Postures ...............................................................11
Standing ..............................................................................................12
Sitting ..................................................................................................12
Reaching .............................................................................................15
Moving ................................................................................................15
Common Workplace Motions ................................................................17
Good and Bad Zones ..........................................................................17
Repetitive Motions ..............................................................................19
Offi ce Furniture Guidelines for Fit and Function ...................................21
Anticipate Actions ...............................................................................22
Chairs ..................................................................................................23
Desk and Worksurfaces .......................................................................26
Storage and Files ................................................................................29
Accessories .........................................................................................29
Resources for Designing Ergonomic Products ....................................32
Universal Design Considerations ...........................................................33
Wheelchairs .........................................................................................34
Crutches, Canes, and Walkers ............................................................36
Knobs, Handles, and Controls ............................................................37
Access Ramps and Stairs.....................................................................39
Resources on Universal Design ...........................................................41
Conclusion ..............................................................................................43
Glossary .................................................................................................. 45
Appendix ................................................................................................47
References ..............................................................................................53
Index .......................................................................................................55
About the Authors .................................................................................57
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