Ergonomics and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Theory and Practice [Hardcover]

Opening Introduction.? Part I. DEI In Ergonomics  Introduction.? 1. Participatory Ergonomics in a Diverse World.? 2. DEI in the Ergonomics Lexicon.? 3. DEI In Risk Assessments.? 4. DEI & Solution Development and Innovation.? 5. DEI & Regulatory Compliance.? Part II. Designing For and With DEI - Introduction.? 6. Ergonomics and the Diverse and Ever-Changing Work Landscape.? 7. Designing for Gender Diversity.? 8. Designing for Persons with Physical & Cognitive Disabilities.? 9. Designing for Neurodiversity.? 10. Designing for Varying Generations.? 11. Designing for Racial, Cultural, LGBTQ+ and Socioeconomic Diversity.? 12. Ergonomics & DEI in Communications.? Part III. The Current & Future State of DEI  Introduction.? 13. The State of DEI Today.? 14. Using Ergonomics For Sustainable DEI Growth.? 15. The Wonderful World of Metrics.? 16. Closing.??

This book investigates the symbiotic links between ergonomics and DEI and how workplaces and work practices can be improved through a better understanding of both.?It?reveals how to utilize DEI strategies to improve ergonomics and human factors efforts and how professionals, in turn, can apply their expertise to improve DEI strategies.

Bobbie Watts, PhD, CPE, is a recognized expert with over 27 years of experience in Industrial Engineering and Ergonomics/Human Factors. She holds a BS in Industrial Engineering from Clemson University, as well as a masters and PhD in Industrial and Systems Engineering from Auburn University. Her career includes key roles such as Corporate Human Factors Engineer at UPS, consultant for USPS and American Express, Corporate Ergonomics Manager at Coca-Cola Refreshments, and Director of Ergonomics for Michelin Americas. In her current role as an Innovation Initiative Leader and Start-up Founder within Michelin, Dr Watts is dedicated to developing assistive technologies that improve mobility freedom for wheelchair users. DrlÃr