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    This document provides an overview of anthropometry, which is the study of human body measurements. It discusses how anthropometric data on static and dynamic body measurements can be used to guide the design of equipment, workstations, and work requirements. The presentation outlines key anthropometric design principles such as designing for extremes, adjustability, and averages. It also presents a procedure for anthropometric design that involves characterizing the user population, determining important body dimensions, applying design principles, determining measurement ranges, collecting anthropometric measures, allowing for clothing and equipment, and testing and obtaining feedback. The goal of anthropometry is to improve health, safety and working conditions by incorporating human physical variation into designs.

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    This document provides an overview of anthropometry, which is the study of human body measurements. It discusses how anthropometric data on static and dynamic body measurements can be used to guide the design of equipment, workstations, and work requirements. The presentation outlines key anthropometric design principles such as designing for extremes, adjustability, and averages. It also presents a procedure for anthropometric design that involves characterizing the user population, determining important body dimensions, applying design principles, determining measurement ranges, collecting anthropometric measures, allowing for clothing and equipment, and testing and obtaining feedback. The goal of anthropometry is to improve health, safety and working conditions by incorporating human physical variation into designs.

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    ANTHROPOMETRY

    Presentation for Ergonomics

    Team Members
    1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

    Aldric Tinker Mohamad Tareq Azlan Aidil Adha Frank Ugak Raymond Nelson Leon Gombek Bill Clinton

    Introducing Anthropometry
    Presented by Aidil Adha

    Definition
    Anthropometry is the measure of wo/man (anthro=man, pometry=measure). The study of anthropometry is the study of human body measurements to assist in understanding human physical variations and aid in anthropological classification.

    Purpose of Anthropometry
    Guide in designing:
    Equipment Workstation Work

    requirement

    Humans have a variety of physical sizes and capabilities Anthropometry aims to meet the needs that best fit a number of those concerned

    Focus of Anthropometry
    Focusing on the operator/worker using the work equipment/workstation and doing the work Taking into consideration the static and dynamic measurements of the human body:
    as it is without movement Dynamic involving movement
    Static

    Theory of Probability in Anthropometry


    Presentation by Aldric Tinker

    Introducing the Theory of Probability


    The branch of mathematics concerned with analysis of random phenomena Used predominantly in statistics As a mathematical foundation for statistics, probability theory is essential to many human activities that involve quantitative analysis of large sets of data.

    The Theory of Probability


    Random variable is defined as a variable whose value results from a measurement on some type of random process Because it is impossible to measure all the workers (target group), a sample or small group of that. Expressed in the Normal Distribution Curve/Bell Curve

    Bell Curve

    Bell Curve - Skills

    Bell Curve HR Perspective

    Coming back

    Anthropometric Data
    Presented by Mohd Tareq Azlan

    What is Anthropometric Data?


    Data on human dimensions in static and dynamic state

    Static Anthropometric Measurement


    Passive measures of the dimensions of the human body Used to determine size & spacing requirements of workspace E.g. Finger size & length, arm length extended, arm length at 90

    Static Anthropometric Measurement

    Dynamic Anthropometric Measurement


    Measures of dynamic properties of the human body Examples:
    Strength Endurance Angle

    of movement

    Used to match the dynamic characteristics of controls to the user

    Dynamic Anthropometric Measurement

    Hands & Fingers Basic Types of Motion


    Presented & Demonstrated by Raymond

    Hands & Fingers Basic Motions


    Flexion - Bending movement that decreases the angle between two parts

    Hands & Fingers Basic Motions


    Extension - The opposite of flexion; a straightening movement that increases the angle between body parts.

    Hands & Fingers Basic Motions


    Pronation - A rotation of the forearm that moves the palm from an anterior-facing position to a posterior-facing position, or palm facing down.

    Hands & Fingers Basic Motions


    Supination - the rotation of the forearm so that the palm faces anteriorly, or palm facing up.

    Fingers Basic Motions - Abduction


    Adjusting relation to mid-line of body A motion that pulls a structure or part away from the midline of the body (or, in the case of fingers and toes, spreading the digits apart, away from the centerline of the hand or foot).

    Fingers Basic Motion - Adduction


    Adjusting relation to mid-line of body A motion that pulls a structure or part towards the midline of the body, or towards the midline of a limb.

    Feet Motions
    Presented & demonstrated by Leon Gombek

    Feet Motion - Pronation


    Inward roll of the foot

    Feet Motion - Supination


    Outward roll of the foot during normal motion

    Feet Motion - Dorsiflexion


    Extension of the entire foot superiorly, as if taking one's foot off an automobile pedal.

    Feet Motion Plantarflexion


    Flexion of the entire foot inferiorly, as if pressing an automobile pedal. Occurs at ankle.

    Feet Motion - Eversion


    The movement of the sole of the foot away from the median plane.

    Feet Motion - Inversion


    The movement of the sole towards the median plane (same as when an ankle is twisted).

    Anthropometric Design Principles


    Presented by Nelson

    Anthropometric Design Principles


    1. 2. 3.

    Design for the extremes Design for adjustability Design for average

    Designs for the Extremes


    Design meant to fit the axial extremes:
    Tallest

    & shortest Thinnest & Widest Lightest & heaviest

    May result in waste, but allows maximum useage Example: ladders, vehicles

    Designs for Adjustability


    Design to fit 5th to 95th percentiles of the population User/operator can adjust to their physical capabilities. E.g. adjustable chairs and seats

    Design for the Average


    Designed to accommodate the selected portion of the population Problem: May eliminate the use by more users/operators Solution: Predetermine physical requirements of operators E.g. Firefighting equipment & fire fighters

    Procedure for Anthropometric Design


    Presented by Frank Ugak & Bill Clinton

    Step 1: Characterise user population


    Identify who will be involved/interact with the tool/equipment or process Identify the job that theyre doing

    Step 2: Determine important body dimension


    Not all body parts will be involved in the operation. Which ones are? What are the important dimensoins?

    Step 3: Apply Anthropometric Principles


    Based on the Anthropometric Principles, select one to apply

    Step 4: Determine percentile range


    Which percentile range are the target from? What measurements adequately fit these operators?

    Step 5: Anthropometric Measures


    Which measures correspond with your target? Are they:
    Male

    or female or both? Under 160cm, 160-170cm or over 170cm or other relevant height? Are they Asian, Caucasian, African? Are they fit, obese, lean? Etc.

    Step 6: Appropriate allowance


    Will the operator/worker wear clothing or use other equipment that we should consider? What is the work environment the operator will be in like? Is there wide space for movement? Will it be confined?

    Step 7: Test & Feedback


    Test the design Obtain operators feedback

    Summary
    By Aldric Tinker

    Summary
    Anthropometry The Study of Human Dimensions Meant to provide statistical data to improve working conditions and overall health and safety in the workplace. Anthropometric design principles Procedure for anthropometric design

    Question & Answer Session


    Ask all you want we wont bribe you for not asking. If we cant answer, well just say we dont know.

    Wishing you the Very Best for the Exams


    Thank you for your cooperation.

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