Ergonomics Concept Vocabulary

an applied science concerned with designing and arranging things people use so that the people and things interact most efficiently and safely.

• Erogrnomics

• Electrical Shock

the sudden stimulation of the nerves or convulsive contraction of the muscles that is caused by the discharge through the body of electricity from a charged source.

• Electricity

• Electrical shock

the result of cutting, especially an opening or wound made by sharp edge.

• Blood

• Cuts

• ergonomics

injuries produced by fire, heat, radiation, electricity, or a caustic agent.

• heat

• cuts

• burns

• Frost bite

any of various musculoskeletal disorders, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, characterized by numbness, pain, or weakness of muscles, tendons, nerves, and other soft tissues, caused by the persistent repetition of certain physical movements.

• RRS

• REP

• RSI

the transfer of electrical charge between any two objects.

• Electrical Shock

• Shock

• Electricity

• ESD

an adjustable conductive rubber wrist strap that protects sensitive components and computer boards from damage caused by static discharge.

a floor mat that helps to eliminate static electricity by providing a path to ground from conductive items placed on the mat.

a bag, usually silver, black, or pink, used for storing electronic components, which are prone to damage caused by electrostatic discharge.

caused by ordinary combustibles