Ergonomics of the workspace and its role in increasing the productivity of jewelers (on the example of the workshops of the Prototyping Centre of ESSIC)

The article considers the influence of workspace ergonomics on the productivity of jewelers in the workshops of the Prototyping Centre created on the basis of ESSIC. The jewelers’ work efficiency directly depends on the ergonomics of their workspace. This relationship is especially important taking into account high degree of precision and attention to detail inherent in jewelry making. The optimization of the workplace can significantly improve productivity, minimize fatigue and protect masters from work-related diseases.