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CHAPTER 9
The Organized Workspace
Your workspace should work for you!
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Why do business people work in office spaces or cubicles reserved just for them? Why don’t they wander around the office and work wherever they want? Ergonomics is the study of human ability and productivity in relationship to their work surroundings. The goal of an ergonomist (ergonomic scientist) is to determine what physical conditions increase or decrease worker productivity. Ergonomists tell us that productivity is closely related to a worker’s physical surroundings. People are happier and work more efficiently when they have a comfortable space of their own to work in. Productivity also increases when workspaces are organized and stocked with the supplies workers need to get the job done. It’s no different for students. The space where you study and do your homework affects the quality of your work and your ability to manage your time. As you move through high school and into college, the increased volume and difficulty of homework will require you to spend a lot of time at your workspace. Your work environment is very important to your success as a student. Understanding some of the principals of ergonomics can help you create a physical environment that maximizes your learning. It's a good study skill for high school and college readiness.
Learning Goals By the end of this chapter you will be able to: 1. State the elements of a productive home workspace. 2. List the supplies students need at their workspace to maximize productivity and efficiency. 3. Critique his or her home workspace for productivity and efficiency.
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