ergonomics
/ˌɜrɡəˈnɑmɪks/
noun
- The study of designing equipment and devices that fit the human body, its movements, and its cognitive abilities to improve comfort, safety, and efficiency.
- Students learned about ergonomics when they designed their own study spaces.
- Good ergonomics can help prevent back pain and eye strain at work.
- The company hired a consultant to improve ergonomics in the warehouse.