Ergonomics or human factors is the scientific discipline concerned with the understanding of interactions among humans and other elements of a system, and the profession that applies theory, principles, data and methods to design in order to optimize human well-being and overall system performance.
2. What are the 5 aspects of Ergonomics?
The five aspects of ergonomics are safety, comfort, ease of use, productivity/performance, and aesthetics.
3. For each aspects of Ergonomics, explain with an example of a product that is designed for the elderly, how the product meet that particular aspect of Ergonomics.
One example will be the wheelchair.
Safety:For safety, an example of a product is this. It is called the Multi-Level Hand Grip - Triple Grip Levels. It has designed grip bars provide support, safety and security in the bathroom while using the toilet, bathing, or showering. One or more bars can be installed vertically on bathtub walls or in shower stalls. Can also be installed vertically near toilets and commodes to aid in getting on and off a toilet seat. The plastic grips have grooved inner surfaces for a safe, non-slip grasp.
Comfort & productivity: For comfort, an examples would be this product. It is a massaging chair. It is comfortable as they are equipped with multi-functions to do different things and the textures of the seat is quite smooth and nice.
Ease of use & Aesthetics: This is a finger protector. It protects the elderly fingers from being cut. It is easy to use as we only need our fingers to slot into the holes and we can cut the fruits and vegetables. Finger guard slips over fingers to protect from sharp knives and blades. Its quality is plastic, durable and washable. It is also come in various color and the design layout is quite simple.
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