Ergonomics II

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.

Boomer (above)

Boomer - mobility aid for the elderly which is an award winning design is an aesthetics product as the design have a nice appearance and is have comfort,productivity )

7 day organizer pill box (above)

Safety - The 7 day organizer pill box,as it will help the elderly not to take the wrong medication to protect them to get other diseases other than the present one.

Elderly friendly cell phone (above)

Elderly friendly cellphone or handphone is productivity and has a great performance as it helps the elderly to communicate and not be jealous of those who had handphones

Elderly friendly camera (above)

Elderly digital camera is simple to use, with an ergonomic design, which entails easy to press buttons, large buttons, a grip for your hand to grasp and an easy-to-use scroll wheel and digital image stabilization, which prevents your photos from coming out blurry.(ASPECTS :Comfort,Productivity/performance,Ease of use)

Clapper (above)

The clapper,in the past we had to switch off the lights with pressing now the elderly just need to clap and the lights will turn off automatically.(Comfort)

1. What is Ergonomics?

It is the science of fitting workplace conditions and job demands to the capabilities of the working population and human capabilities in relationship to work demands and also posture
2. What are the 5 aspects of Ergonomics?

Aesthetics

Safety

Comfort

Productivity/performance

Ease of use