Abstract
Current workstation setup and design guidelines are based on anthropometric databases from military subjects who were measured over 25 years ago. This panel discussion will explore the methodology used to implement a civilian anthropometric database (CAESAR—;Civilian American and European Surface Anthropometry Resource) in creating specifications for workstation guidelines and design. Discussion will include general methodology used, data variables that were chosen, statistical methods, data weighting methodology and cleaning of the dataset by eliminating certain outliers. Panelists will present their approach to the problem and seek discussion from the audience to understand the pros and cons of their methodology in formulating the foundation for an anthropometric guideline based on a civilian population rather than a military dataset.
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