this slide is on the topic anthropometry in work study. this will provide brief knowledge of anthropometry

1. PRESENTED BY,
RISHI GOVIND T S
S1 I .E &M
VJCET

2. CONTENTS
 INTRODUCTION
 SCOPE OF THE SEMINAR
 DESIGN OF WORKPLACE WITH ANTHROPOMETRY
 APPLICATIONS
 ADVANTAGES
 CONCLUSION
 REFERENCES

3. SCOPE OF THE SEMINAR
 TO HAVE AN IDEA ABOUT ANTHROPOMETRY .
 APPLICATIONS OF ANTHROPOMETRY
 ANTHROPOMETRY VS PRODUCTIVITY

4. INTRODUCTION
 ANTHROPOMETRY Deals With the measurements of the dimensions and certain
other physical characteristics of the body such as volumes, centre of gravity
,inertial properties and masses of body segments. Anthropometrics is the
comparative study of human body measurements and properties. Ergonomics is the
science of making the work environment safer and more comfortable for workers
using design and anthropometric data.
 There are two types of body measurements:
 STATIC
 DYNAMIC
 STATIC dimensions are measurements taken when the body is in a fixed ( static)
position. These consist of :
 SKELETAL DIMENSIONS ( between dimensions of joints)
 CONTOUR DIMENSIONS (skin surface dimensions).
 Body measurements vary as a function of age, sex and for different countries. Also
there are differences in anthropometrics of male and female…..

5.  DYNAMIC DIMENSIONS are taken under conditions in which the body is
engaged in some physical activity.
 PRINCIPLES IN THE APPLICATION OF ANTHROPOMETRIC DATA
 DESIGN FOR EXTREME INDIVIDUALS:
Design for maximum population value is recommended strategy if a high value
of design feature is given. Design for minimum population value is appropriate
strategy if a low value of some design feature is given.
 DESIGNING FOR ADJUSTABLE RANGE:
In the design feature s of equipment or facilities the provision for Adjustment
Should Be There For The Individual Who Use Them. EG: Automobile seats
,chair, desk height etc.
 DESIGNING FOR AVERAGE.
There is average individual and a person may be average on one or two
dimensions. Designers often design for the average as a compromise as they do not
have to deal with anthropometric data.

6. DESIGN OF WORKPLACE WITH ANTHROPOMETRIC DATA
IMAGINE SITTING INFRONT OF A COMPUTER.
 A designer has used anthropometric data to decide the correct height of the
chair and the desk.
 Health and Safety rules in industry also dictate how far the monitor should
be away from the user and the angle of the screen so that the user can see
the screen clearly when the muscles in their eyes are relaxed.
 When using a keyboard or mouse your arms should be straight. If your
elbows are below your wrist and you are bending your wrists you are
restricting the blood flow to your hands, which can damage them over a
period of time.

7. ANTHROPOMETRY OF MAN INFRONT OF COMPUTER

8. CORRECT BODY TEXTURE INFRONT OF COMPUTER

9. HORIZONTAL GRASP AT TABLE TOP LEVEL

10. STANDING WORKSTATION GUIDELINES
 Workplace design should accommodate the variety of
employee shapes and sizes and provide support for the
completion of different tasks. Work should be organized so
that the employee has some choice about his/her working
position and be given the opportunity to change position
frequently.
The type of work will determine the work surface height:
 Precision Work, such as writing or electronic assembly—
4 inches above elbow height.
 Light Work, such as assembly line or mechanical jobs—just
below elbow height.
 Heavy Work with demanding downward forces—4 to 6
inches below elbow height

12. ANTHROPOMETY OF HAND

13. ANTHROPOMETRY OF HUMAN BODY

14. ANTHROPOMETRY OF REACH

15. APPLICATION OF ANTHROPOMETRIC DATAS IN WORK PLACE
DESIGN
 THE STEPS INVOLVED ARE:
 DETERMINE THE BODY DIMENSIONS
 DEFINE POPULATION TO USE THE FACILITY( CHILDREN,
WOMEN, AGE.. ETC).
 DETRMINE WHAT PRINCIPLE TO BE APPLIED.
 USE ANTHROPOMETRIC DATA RELEVANT TO THE
POPULATION

16. ADVANTAGES…
 Better Comfort
 Time Management
 Reduce Fatigue
 Increase Accuracy
 Lessen Chance of Injury
 Lower Cost
 INCREASING PRODUCTIVITY

17. conclusion
 Manufacturers Are Moving Ahead By Promoting Comfortable Work Areas
And Ergonomically Designed Tools. This Results In Happy
Workers, Better Safety, And Improved Productivity.
 Anthropometry Has Become A Critical Factor In Workplace Safety.
 Comfortable Employees Offer Productivity With Quality.
 Anthropometry Plays A Vital Role In Increasing Human Comfort And
There By Increasing Productivity

18. REFERENCES
 INDUSTRIAL ERGONOMICS BY M.I. KHAN
 INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING AND PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
BY MARTAND TELSANG
 INTRODUCTION TO WORK STUDY, I L O

21. THANK YOU