industrial ergonomics

industrial ergonomics
industrial ergonomics UK US noun [U] WORKPLACE
the design and use of equipment and systems that do not damage industrial workers' health: »

He angered labor by signing legislation that repealed industrial ergonomics laws.


Financial and business terms. 2012.

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