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PSHFES is a non-profit organization associated with the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society and serves the needs of Puget Sound business and human factors and ergonomics practitioners. All funding for our chapter is generated via the chapter's membership dues and activities.

We're Always Looking for New Talent!

PSHFES is a great place to network and learn new skills, as well as contribute to the Human Factors & Ergonomics disciplines

Contact Rammohan Maikala for more information

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Organizations frequently cite the perceived cost of ergonomics programs and solutions as a barrier to implementation.

We have developed a cost-benefit calculator that PSHFES is proud to offer for free download.
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Award Winners

Ergonomist of 2017

Janet DeLapp was honored with the 14h Annual PSHFES Ergonomics Professional of the Year Award.

Congratulation's Janet and thank you for all your contributions to the HFES community!

President's Message

February 2018

Dear PSHFES Members:

Spring is just around the corner, and you know what that means – it’s time to renew your yearly membership! Whether you are a long-term member or renewing for the first time, I thank you in advance. Your commitment and support helps to promote human factors and ergonomics in the Puget Sound region and beyond.

Become a Member of the Puget Sound Chapter of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society

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What is the definition of Ergonomics and Human Factors?

Ergonomics and Human Factors is the systematic application of relevant information about human capabilities, limitations, characteristics, behavior and motivation to the design of machines, tools, procedures, and processes used by people and the environment in which they use them.

Ergonomists tend to focus on physical, or "neck-down", issues with an emphasis on understanding the role of human movement and posture as it relates to work.

Human Factors Professionals (primarily those with psychology and engineering backgrounds) tend to focus on cognitive, or "neck-up", ergonomics with an emphasis on information processing issues related to work.

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