This comprehensive volume begins with an introduction and history of ergonomics and continues with thirteen sections on topics including body mechanics at work; user-centered workspace design; principles for risk assessment and design in static work and repetitive tasks; stress and fatigue; workplace stress and health; design and assessment in hot and cold workplaces; visual environment--measurement and design; hearing, sound, noise and vibration; human information processing and mental workload; design of displays and controls; information technology; and system design and assessment. Updates to the third edition include "ergonomics workshop" sections which cover assessment tools and methods, guidance for the design of questionnaires and surveys, increased coverage of stress and psychological well-being, a glossary, and new evidence of the cost-effectiveness of ergonomics in practice. The author is associated with the International Ergonomics Association (IEA) and this book is in accordance with their guidelines. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)