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Light ergonomics

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Light ergonomics is the relationship between the light source and the individual. Poor light can be divided into the following:

  • Individual or socio-cultural expectations
  • Insufficient light
  • Poor distribution of light
  • Improper contrast
  • Glare
  • Flicker
  • Thermal heating (over or under)
  • Acoustic noise (especially fluorescents)
  • Color spectrum (amber street lighting)

    • Effects of poor light

    The effects of poor light can include the following:

  • low productivity
  • high human error rates
  • inability to match or select correct colors
  • eyestrain
  • headache
  • a reduction in mental alertness
  • general malaise
  • low employee morale

    • References

    Light ergonomics Wikipedia
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