Week+5

//**Write three paragraphs to define the term 'ergonomics'. (3 paragraphs)**//


 * //What is the 'Gilbreth system of motion analysis' (1 paragraph)//**

The Gilbreth system of motion analysis looks at the relationship between motion and movement along with one's productivity. Motion analysis considers many factors like speed and work efficiency. This method attempts to cut down the number of tasks in a process which then decreases the time it takes for something to be done, hence the goal here was saving time.


 * //Who was Frank Therblig, and how did he utilize 'motion study'? (2 paragraphs)//**

Frank Therblig who is also known as Frank Gilbreth was a an apprentice bricklayer whom invented the Gilbreth system of motion analysis. Being a bricklayer he was determined to find an efficient way to lay bricks, hence the reason why he used the analysis of motion study on bricklaying. Gilbreth did not like the system brick layers were using at the time, and so he designed the non-stopping scaffolding platform.

This platform used a "one scooping motion" to put down each brick, and so this was beneficial for the workers as it decreased the number of movements needed. The number was decreased from 18 to 5, and also workers did not have to bend over numberous times which was beneficial in the long term for them especially in terms of long term effects like potential back pains. Along with the new efficiency of the platform, there was a tremendous increase of 200% in productivity as well.

//**Describe three categories Frank Gerblith used in the Therblig Analysis Checklist. (3 paragraphs)**//