EADS -- Ergonomics Affinity Design System

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Mark A. Anderson,

Affiliations: ErgoSystems Consulting Group, Inc., Minneapolis, MN, USA

Note: [] MA, PT, CPE, President, ErgoSystems Consulting Group, Inc., 19285 Shady Hills Road, Minneapolis, MN 55331-9156, USA. Tel.: +1 612 401 9296; Fax: +1 612 470 8526; E-mail: ErgoSystem@aol.com

Abstract: The Ergonomics Affinity Design System (EADS) is a systematic problem-solving tool used to analyze and solve ergonomics issues. The basis of EADS is the identification and ranking of affinities or relationships that exist among the factors that influence job performance in the workplace. The five-step system can be applied to the workplace at varying levels of complexity based on need. It can be used at the design phase or in a redesign/modification application. Applicable for use in any work environment, the system can be an important part of the overall ergonomics process.

Journal: Work, vol. 15, no. 2, pp. 113-119, 2000