Issue 35 - Ergonomics and maintainability
...the study, design and maintenance of working environments for the benefit of the worker’s productivity, health, comfort and safety...
Bulletin Articles
HE01235 - Framework for consideration of ergonomics and work environment
The full text of IMO MSC-MEPC.7/Circ.3, plus Alert! Issue No. 34 page 8 article: Onboard work and habitability environments, with links to reference documents.
ResourceHE01245 - Designing efficient and safe machinery spaces for merchant ships: a human factors approach
This paper outlines the Bureau Veritas approach to the development of design requirements for machinery spaces and their arrangement onboard merchant ships. An important aspect of the work being carried out is the integration of users’ characteristics and requirements....
ResourceHE01250 - The human element in safe shipping
Addresses need to address human element concerns in maritime systems. ABS human element-related topics include crew habitability, assessment of safety culture, identification of potential leading indicators of safety, mariner personal safety, & application of ergonomics to maritime environment.
ResourceHE01240 - The values of ergonomics in ship design and operation
This study explores and disseminates the success factors of Usercentred Design (UCD) from which seafarers believe they can benefit as ship users.
ResourceTaking into account human limitations in ship design
There are several design improvements that can minimize the possibility of human fatigue and stress.
ResourceErgonomics and Maintainability
Ergonomics and the work environment Human-centered design best practice Habitability Fatigue mitigation
ResourceTaking a human-centred approach - Guides for ship designers and equipment manufacturers
The popular impression of the Human Element emphasises competence and leadership. These alone are not sufficient. We also need usable ships and systems.
ResourceIssue 35 - Introduction
The Alert! cover story for this issue features a sad incident in which two crew members died because of a long-standing design flaw. In this issue of Alert! we are focussing on Ergonomics and Maintainability.
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