How do they match: Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists

  • Train users in task techniques or ergonomic principles.
  • Collect data through direct observation of work activities or witnessing the conduct of tests.
  • Conduct research to evaluate potential solutions related to changes in equipment design, procedures, manpower, personnel, or training.
  • Design or evaluate human work systems, using human factors engineering and ergonomic principles to optimize usability, cost, quality, safety, or performance.
  • Establish system operating or training requirements to ensure optimized human-machine interfaces.
  • Inspect work sites to identify physical hazards.
  • Review health, safety, accident, or worker compensation records to evaluate safety program effectiveness or to identify jobs with high incidence of injury.

  • Train personnel on proper operational procedures.
  • Investigate safety of work environment.