Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics

The Fifth Edition of Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics, edited by Drs. Gavriel Salvendy and Waldemar Karwowski, is a comprehensive reference for workplace environment design, human-machine interfaces, and health and safety risks. It includes practical material from international experts and new coverage in areas like artificial intelligence, social media, information technology, and cybersecurity. Readers will benefit from an introduction to the human factors function, fundamentals of human factors, design for health, safety, and comfort, and case studies.

Format: Hardback
Length: 1600 pages
Publication date: 04 October 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

The Fifth Edition of the Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics, authored by Drs. Gavriel Salvendy and Waldemar Karwowski, is a comprehensive resource that delves into the latest developments in ergonomics and human factors. This market-leading reference offers a thorough exploration of workplace environment design, human-machine interfaces, and cutting-edge research on reducing health and safety risks. The editors have assembled practical material from an international team of esteemed experts, making it valuable for specialists in ergonomics, safety engineers, and human-computer interaction specialists.

The Handbook encompasses a vast array of information sourced from over 7500 sources, including brand-new coverage in areas such as artificial intelligence, social media, information technology, cybersecurity, and data analytics. Numerous case studies showcase the real-world application of the concepts and methods discussed, highlighting the extraordinary advancements in the field since the Fourth Edition in 2012.

In addition to its comprehensive content, the Handbook provides a thorough introduction to the human factors function, encompassing human factors and ergonomics, human systems design and integration, and sensation and perception. It delves into the fundamentals of human factors, including selection and action control, information processing, and mental workload. The book also discusses the design of equipment, tasks, jobs, and environments, encompassing workplace design, task analysis and design, and training systems.

A significant focus is placed on design for health, safety, and comfort, addressing issues such as low-back and upper extremity musculoskeletal disorders and the use of personal protective equipment. This edition of the Handbook is an essential resource for ergonomics professionals, researchers, and students seeking to stay updated on the latest developments and best practices in the field.

Weight: 2968g
Dimension: 277 x 202 x 64 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119636083
Edition number: 5th Edition