3. Analysis methods
3.1 Business analysis
The central method in ergonomics is activity analysis. It is based on observing the behavior of users or operators in real-life situations, and interviewing them to elucidate the motives behind their actions. Activity analysis aims to understand the determinants of activity:
objectives pursued by the user or operator ;
characteristics of raw materials and tools used ;
user- or operator-specific characteristics (e.g. size, lateralization);
other characteristics of the situation (workshop, office, domestic, public place) ;
incidents, etc.
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