Abstract
The economics of ergonomics is important from a managerial and technical standpoint. This paper provides an overview of the economics of ergonomics, both from a conceptual standpoint and from a practical standpoint. The economics at the project level as well as economics at the program level are discussed. There are a number of possible techniques to use and the advantages and disadvantages of them are presented. Some techniques work better under some circumstances than under other circumstances. Finally, a short list of ways to control costs within an ergonomics program is provided.
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