Abstract
Average values for a variety of anthropometric and physiological parameters have been obtained for a representative group (N = 485) of Polish students of professional schools ranging from 14-18 y age. The mean values of height, approximately 175 cm, weight 66 kg and V O2max, 3·25 lO2; min−1 or 48·3cm3kg−1 min"1 or 59·2cm3kgFFB−1min−1, were a little higher than the average in terms of physical fitness According to assessments for ergonomic use, the present investigations confirmed that Polish Anthropometric Standards could be applied to the design of new workplaces by using the upper limits of these standards. The optimal level of average work load for new workers is a little above 21 kJ min−1 During pre-employment and periodical medical examinations of adolescents the Vitalograph spirometer can be used because predicted values of FVC and FEV1·0 for this spirometer have been calculated.
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