The Hot Spot - What is happening in the NZ Ergonomics and Human Factors Scene

May 2012

HFESNZ Call for abstracts date changed

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A paper has been released in the journal "Ergonomics" - A strategy for human factors / ergonomics: developing the discpline and profession.

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Welcome to the New Zealand Ergonomics Society

New Zealand Ergonomics Society (NZES)

This web site will help you understand what the science of ergonomics involves, and how ergonomics can be successfully applied in all aspects of society. This site also includes a list of ergonomics books and resource materials, and information about the New Zealand Ergonomics Society (NZES).

What does Ergonomics mean?

The word ergonomics derives from the Greek words 'ergon' (meaning work) and 'nomos' (meaning laws). Ergonomics is the scientific discipline concerned with the fundamental understanding of interactions among humans and other elements of a system, and the application of appropriate methods, theory and data to improve human well-being and overall system performance. Ergonomics is also referred to as human factors or human factors engineering.

Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors Conference 2012

Ergonomics & Human Factors 2012 is an annual international conference and a forum for discussion and exchange of ideas and information on the latest research, development and applications in ergonomics and human factors. The conference will feature more invited plenary speakers than in previous years, and parallel sessions of presentations and workshops. There will be symposia and special topics, an interactive poster and demonstration session, and many opportunities for networking, both formally and socially. The event will take place over four days, starting at lunchtime on Monday and fi nishing at lunchtime on Thursday. It's organised by the Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors.

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