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Macroergonomics: Theory, Methods, and Applications (Human Factors and Ergonomics) by Hal W. Hendrick, Brian Kleiner, Brian M. Kleiner is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.

What is Macroergonomics: Theory, Methods, and Applications (Human Factors and Ergonomics) about?

This text discusses the application of macroergonomics to training system development, hazard management, technology transfer, office and factory automation, community planning and development, and job design. This book's primary objective is to provide a comprehensive coverage of ergonomics in overall work system analysis and design. It provides a summary of the historical development of macroergonomics. It explains how an understanding of macroergonomics can lead to improvements in such things as reducing work-related lost time accidents; and describes the methods and tools used in work system analysis and design. Throughout, the integrating theme is that the full potential of an organization--in terms of productivity, safety, health, and Quality of Work Life (QWL)--can't be met unless the overall work system is designed to conform with the characteristics of its technology, personnel subsystem, and the external environment upon which it depends for its survival and success. Using a sociotechnical systems approach, this text discusses the application of macroergonomics to training system development, hazard management, technology transfer, large scale organizational change projec

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It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.

Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.

Author
Hal W. Hendrick, Brian Kleiner, Brian M. Kleiner
Publisher
CRC Press
Published
2002
Language
EN
ISBN
9781135670801
Category
nonfiction
Subjects
Engineering, Computer Science, Psychology
Updated
2026-03-24

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