Abstract

In recent times, the relationship between quality and ergonomics discipline is a challenging topic. Although there are similarities and differences between these two areas, it is not so easy to describe the connection between these two issues. In this study by surveying several articles, different areas of ergonomics are divided into five categories including hardware ergonomics, environmental ergonomics, software ergonomics, work design ergonomics and macro ergonomics, then the impact on the quality of each of these areas will be discussed. Finally, the article concludes that, to reach an acceptable quality considering the ergonomic principles is an integral component of the organization policy.

Highlights

  • Each issue of ergonomics and quality has their own discipline

  • Bean Company, known internationally for the high quality of its clothing products. They have reported on the use of macro ergonomics as an approach and methodology for introducing total quality management (TQM)

  • It is clear that the issue of quality is not achieved only by improving processes and products, so the people will be involved in this process, which can result in desirable quality

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Summary

Introduction

Each issue of ergonomics and quality has their own discipline. There is little information in this area [2]. There is not enough information about how various aspects of ergonomic can have an influence on quality. Clarifying the relationship between the two issues is helpful for managers who focus more on quality and for ergonomists who are trying to show their ability. We have tried to collect detailed information about the relationship between ergonomics and quality and have outlined them. How to cite this paper: Jazani, R.K. and Mousavi, S. Mousavi more research on quality to be able to convince management for considering ergonomic principles as an integral component of organization policy to improve quality and productivity

Literature Review
The Relationship between Hardware Ergonomics and Quality
The Relationship between Ergonomics and Environmental Quality
The Relationship between Macro Ergonomics and Quality
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