Abstract
Ergonomics considerations at the stage of product development in industry is a major strategy for prevention of work-related injuries and illnesses among employees at the time of manufacture of new products. This study elucidates some important conditions and possibilities for integrating such considerations during the product development process. Special attention is paid to the role of design and production engineers. Based on different understandings of the product development process four approaches to integration of ergonomics are outlined.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Manufacturing Agility and Hybrid Automation |
| Editors | Koubek RJ & Karwowski W |
| Volume | I |
| Place of Publication | Louisville |
| Publisher | IEA Press |
| Publication date | 1996 |
| Pages | 211-214 |
| Publication status | Published - 1996 |
| Event | 5th International Conference on Human Aspects of Advanced
Manufacturing: Agility and Hybrid Automation - Maui Duration: 1 Jan 1996 → … |
Conference
| Conference | 5th International Conference on Human Aspects of Advanced Manufacturing: Agility and Hybrid Automation |
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| City | Maui |
| Period | 01/01/1996 → … |