Ergonomics in the electronic library.
Bull Med Libr Assoc
; 83(3): 322-9, 1995 Jul.
Article
en En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-7581189
ABSTRACT
New technologies are changing the face of information services and how those services are delivered. Libraries spend a great deal of time planning the hardware and software implementations of electronic information services, but the human factors are often overlooked. Computers and electronic tools have changed the nature of many librarians' daily work, creating new problems, including stress, fatigue, and cumulative trauma disorders. Ergonomic issues need to be considered when designing or redesigning facilities for electronic resources and services. Libraries can prevent some of the common problems that appear in the digital workplace by paying attention to basic ergonomic issues when designing workstations and work areas. Proper monitor placement, lighting, workstation setup, and seating prevent many of the common occupational problems associated with computers. Staff training will further reduce the likelihood of ergonomic problems in the electronic workplace.
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1
Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Computadores
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Salud Laboral
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Ergonomía
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Bibliotecas Médicas
Aspecto:
Determinantes_sociais_saude
Límite:
Humans
País/Región como asunto:
America do norte
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Bull Med Libr Assoc
Año:
1995
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos