Musculoskeletal Workload

The fields covered in the section "Musculoskeletal Workload" of the departmentErgonomics Physical Environmental Factors include production ergonomics and ergonomic databases, biomechanics along with physiological work design and musculo-skeletal work load. The focal points are:

• Developing ergonomic methods and processes for recording and evaluating work-induced load on the musculo-skeletal system
• Advising the accident insurers and firms on devising ergonomic workplaces and working environments
• Conducting research projects on ergonomics at various workplaces in the laboratory and in practice
• Ergonomic design of human-machine interfaces
• Conducting measurements using the CUELA system for determining hazards of physical load in typical work situations on the job
• Planning and setting up exposure databases on physical loads