Human Factors is also concerned with the ‘fit’ between people and their work. It puts people first, taking account of their capabilities and limitations. Human Factors aims to make sure that tasks, equipment, information and the environment fit each worker
The job / task being done:
The demands on the worker (activities, workload, work pacing, shift work and fatigue)
The equipment used (its design in terms of size, shape, controls, displays, and how appropriate it is for the task)
The information used (how it is presented, accessed, and changed)
The physical environment (temperature, humidity, lighting, noise and vibration).
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Human Factors is also concerned with the ‘fit’ between people and their work. It puts people first, taking account of their capabilities and limitations. Human Factors aims to make sure that tasks, equipment, information and the environment fit each worker
The job / task being done:
The demands on the worker (activities, workload, work pacing, shift work and fatigue)
The equipment used (its design in terms of size, shape, controls, displays, and how appropriate it is for the task)
The information used (how it is presented, accessed, and changed)
The physical environment (temperature, humidity, lighting, noise and vibration).
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