ergonomist
Human-machine interface expert
An ergonomist is a specialist in ergonomics—the study of how people interact with their physical work environment.
Ergonomists analyze workstations, tools, and tasks to reduce strain and prevent injury: The ergonomist recommended a standing desk and better chair.
They work in occupational health, product design, and workplace safety.
Body position, alignment
- musculoskeletalPertaining to muscles and bones
- anatomyStudy of organism structure
- kinesiologyStudy of bodily motion
- physiologyScience of bodily functions
anthropometry · force · load · movement · strain
Technical computing system
- chairSingle-person sitting furniture
- deskFurniture for writing
- monitorDisplay or supervisor
- keyboardArray of input keys
mouse · lighting · footrest · armrest · office · cubicle · open-plan
Attestation of qualification
- consultantProfessional advice provider
- practitionerOne who works regularly
- specialistExpert in one field
- credentialingVerifying professional qualifications
Prioritizing people's needs first
- usabilityEase of interaction quality
- accessibilityEase of approach
- interfaceShared connection point
- controlsOperates or regulates
Overall state of health
- rehabilitationRecovery from injury/addiction
- RSIChronic motion damage
- stretchingExtending muscles or material
- microbreaksVery short rest intervals
Attentive watching or remark
- recommendationsProposed courses of action
- interventionPurposeful involvement to change course
- follow-upSubsequent action on something
- checklistItemized verification guide
posture
Body position, alignment
- musculoskeletalPertaining to muscles and bones
- anatomyStudy of organism structure
- kinesiologyStudy of bodily motion
physiology · anthropometry · force · load · movement · strain
workstation
Technical computing system
keyboard · mouse · lighting · footrest · armrest · office · cubicle · open-plan
certification
Attestation of qualification
- consultantProfessional advice provider
- practitionerOne who works regularly
- specialistExpert in one field
human-centered
Prioritizing people's needs first
- usabilityEase of interaction quality
- accessibilityEase of approach
- interfaceShared connection point
controls · displays · feedback · affordance
wellness
Overall state of health
- rehabilitationRecovery from injury/addiction
- RSIChronic motion damage
- stretchingExtending muscles or material
observation
Attentive watching or remark
- recommendationsProposed courses of action
- interventionPurposeful involvement to change course
- follow-upSubsequent action on something
- Industrial Engineersefficiency expert
- fitness prospersonal trainer, fitness instructor, fitness coach, trainer, PT
- social scientistssociologist, psychologist, anthropologist, economist, political scientist
ergonomistchiropractor
Practitioner who adjusts spines
physical therapist · occupational therapist · orthopedic surgeon
- ergonomic keyboardReshaped typing device for comfort
- ergonomic chairSeating designed for comfort
- ergonomic designStructure optimized for user comfort
- ergonomic furnitureItems designed for bodily comfort
- ergonomic mouseHand-shaped pointing device
- ergonomic gripHandle shaped for hands