Ergonomics - Atlas Copco

WORK ORGANIZATION
Type of production, single,
group, rigidly controlled,
quality demands,
psycho/physical factors
Dose and distribution
of physical
and psychological
loads
OPERATOR
Sex, age,
physical
measurements,
fi tness, mental status
Hand size, hand
strength, arm length,
precision, motion
ent in terms of shape, center of gravity, weight,
noise, lubrication requirements, vibration and
other factors. Yet each tool is capable of install-
ing a joint with the same torque.
The selection of tool influences the user
of the tool. In reality, you are unlikely to find
yourself in a situation where you need to choose
between all the different tool types. Therefore
POWER TOOL
Type, weight,
balance, reactions,
handles, trigger
Ease of handling,
load, acceptance
WORKPLACE
Standing, sitting,
table, chair, light,
fi xtures, component
distribution
Body posture, wrist
posture, feed force / torque
demands, exposure, noise
vibration, dust
Fig. 1.2 The workplace is a complex structure. All aspects however small affect the finished result.
the question may seem academic. Nevertheless,
it is an aspect worth bearing in mind.
The selection of a power tool is an important
parameter for workstation design. Ironically,
the best power tool on the market will not trans-
form a badly designed workstation into a safe,
comfortable work area for the operator.
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