This newly updated edition presents a global perspective on ergonomics, addressing its application across occupational, recreational, design, and technological environments. This comprehensive textbook reflects the technological advancements that have reshaped the field, offering revised chapters, the integration of previously separate topics, and the addition of two entirely new chapters. With an emphasis on cultural sensitivity and inclusive representation, the book takes a modern approach to ergonomics with diversity at the heart of it.

Readers will find a complete and ready-to-use resource ideal for both instruction and independent study. The book features real-world examples, case studies, and innovative applications that help bridge theory and practice. Students and professionals will benefit from enhanced accessibility to global perspectives, a wide range of ergonomics software, and detailed guides for research and project development. It presents readers with the tools to understand, teach, and apply ergonomic principles effectively in both academic and practical settings.

Ergonomics, Second Edition is designed for a broad audience including researchers and students in human factors, industrial and organizational psychology, sociology, biomechanics, medicine, and design disciplines. It is also an essential resource for human resource professionals, industrial engineers, ergonomists, psychologists, HCI specialists, educators, and architects.

This textbook also contains ancillary materials including manuals, templates, and curated resources.

About the Author

Dr. Pamela McCauley is an internationally recognized Industrial Engineering researcher, Certified Professional Ergonomist (C.P.E.), and expert in human factors, biomechanics, and ergonomics. With over 30 years of experience spanning academia, industry, and expert witness testimony, she has made significant contributions to the development of ergonomic principles in workplace safety, product design, and high-risk occupational environments.

As a leader in ergonomics research, Dr. McCauley has authored over 150 technical publications, including peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, and conference proceedings. She is the author of Ergonomics: Foundational Principles, Applications, and Technologies, a widely used textbook that provides an essential foundation in ergonomic science and its real-world applications. Her expertise in human-centered design, occupational biomechanics, and safety engineering has been instrumental in advancing ergonomics across multiple industries.

In addition to her academic contributions, Dr. McCauley is a nationally sought-after expert witness, providing analysis and testimony in cases involving product liability, occupational safety, biomechanics, human factors, and human performance. Her work has influenced legal proceedings by applying scientific rigor to evaluating warnings, hazard communication, and workplace injuries.

Dr. McCauley's career has also included leadership roles in government, industry, and higher education. She currently serves as the Dean of the School of Engineering at Widener University and previously held prominent roles at the National Science Foundation and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA. She is a Fellow of the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE) and the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE). Recognized for her contributions to STEM education and leadership, she has received numerous accolades, including induction into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame and the Black Engineer of the Year Hall of Fame.

As a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion in STEM, Dr. McCauley continues to mentor the next generation of engineers, emphasizing the critical role of ergonomics in designing safe, efficient, and inclusive work environments.

Book Information
ISBN 9780367359485
Author Pamela McCauley
Format Hardback
Page Count 450
Imprint CRC Press
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 453g