EXCEL International Journal of Multidisciplinary Management Studies
  • Year: 2014
  • Volume: 4
  • Issue: 1

Ergonomics factors in Bharath Heavy Electricals Ltd, (BHEL), Tiruchirappalli, Tamilnadu

  • Author:
  • G. Prabhakaran, M. Ganesan
  • Total Page Count: 12
  • Page Number: 233 to 244

*Prof., Commerce and Management Studies, SRC – Sastra University, Kumbakonam

**Asst. Prof., Commerce and Management Studies, SRC – Sastra University, Kumbakonam

Online published on 18 April, 2014.

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to overview the Ergonomics factors in BHEL, Trichy. The objective is to give a basic introduction and clear meaning of ergonomics. This study will include the Ergonomics factors in relation of human and their nature of work. Based on the literature, the most significant factors are accidents, fatigue, safety, control of physical work environment and design of work environment. This study will enhance the workers attitudes related to the above factors which may occur in BHEL, Trichy.

Keywords

BHEL, Ergonomics factors-Accident, Safety, Fatigue, work design and work environment