Ergonomic principles are guidelines designed to optimize the interaction between humans and their work environment. Their goal is to promote comfort, safety, and efficiency.
Could the way you work at school, home, or at a part-time job be putting you at risk of injury? What should you be doing differently to improve comfort, safety, and/or efficiency?
Things to consider:
Do you use proper posture?
Do you take breaks or stretch when working for extended periods of time?
Do use the proper technique when lifting heavy objects?
Do you frequently engage in repetitive motion activity?
Record your answer in your Student Workbook.