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What is Ergonomics?

The practice of creating or organizing workplaces, items, and systems to fit their users of them is known as ergonomics.

Most people who have heard of ergonomics assume it has to do with seats or the design of automobile controls and instruments, and it does, but it also encompasses a lot more. Anything that involves humans, such as workplaces, sports and leisure activities, and health and safety, must be designed with ergonomics in mind.

The goal of ergonomics, or "human factors" as it is known in North America, is to gain knowledge about human capabilities and limitations and then use that knowledge to enhance how people interact with objects, systems, and surroundings. The goal of ergonomics is to reduce the risk of injury in workplaces and settings.