An aided visual inspection workstation was ergonomically redesigned according to company economic constraints. Predesign research included observational analysis, task analysis and experimentation. The previous poor posture was eliminated by reducing a required 45° angle of the head. This involved supporting the elbows with a flexible mechanism. Workplace aids and a documented training program complimented the entire design effort.
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