The main focus of ergonomics is the relationship between the worker and the work environment, the role of the Occupational Therapist in ergonomics is to enable maxim function in daily living activities for individuals in work, home and leisure activities. (http://www.caot.ca/default.asp?pageid=295 retrieved 7/10/2011) It is therefore a science of designing the activity to fit the individual within the appropriate environment, rather than fitting the activity to the individual (Caulton & Dickson, 2007)
In considering this conclusion of ergonomics three dominate areas are effitent; Person, Activity and Environment. These three areas can be simplified by establishing what factors go where.
A brain storm in class conducted the following:
Person
Age, gender, responsibilities, life stage, motivation, sense of identity, skills, abilities, attitudes, confidence, finical circumstance, time and communication.
Activity
Cost of the activity, adaptions of materials, equipment needed, time of day/month/year the activity takes place and the degree of engagement required.
Environment
Physical, social, cultural, resources, space, time, distractions and accessibility.
In relation to my own activity: Partying
Person;
I consider myself a very social person and love any excuse to celebrate with family and friends, for what ever reason. Relationships are an important aspect to the current life stage I am in. A factor of this life stage is relating to human beings on a deep personal level, I feel that through a number of celebrations I have been involved in recently, this has enabled me to connect with others on a personal level. It is from these celebrations which memories have been created, a memory which I share with certain people, for different reasons. To me the memory serves as evidence that I have created a connection and also extends my relationship with those involved.
My own personal identity has been shaped through my ''parting'' (celebrations), influencing the creation of my identify has been a combination of family and friends and also the certain role I have played during certain occasions. From the list I developed in my last post I have been a bridesmaid at a wedding, a host at a dinner part, a best friend giving a speech at a 21st, a daughter at her parents 30th anniversary, I have been the birthday girl at my own party and a guest at a number of themed occasions. As one looks more deeply at the particular roles which has shaped my identity, each role I have experienced has created a different identity for others to view me as. I believe although physically I present myself as the same person to every party, depending on the circumstance and why I am there, who I am there for, I perceive my identity to be different. Which brings me to discussing my attitude, motivation and responsibilities towards partying. Without sounding like somewhat a broken record, depending on the situation and my role, the attitude, responsibilities and motivation in which I bring will alimentally depend on the celebration.
Activity:
The cost if the activity can vary considerable. For example if it was my own party or celebration then the cost would be rather large in comparison if I was attending a party which I was invited to and food and drinks were supplied. However to give some figures around the cost, it can go from $8 for a simple party with drinks which require just a bottle of wine or the hundreds, when it is your own 21st but then it can be in the thousands when analyzing the cost of a wedding.
Reason for cost considerations:
1) Food and drink
2) Venue
3) Gift
4) Transport
5) Outfit
The time which a party occurs is very important. For example right now students are busy with exam prep and therefore a small minority of 21st parties occur at this time of the year. Planning for a party in terms of weather is also an important factor.
Material again vary from each party to another. I could expand greatly on this and discuss with you cups and plates, table and chairs however given that I am already pushing my word cup I feel that it is self explanatory given that we have all attended several parties in our life time.
Environment:
When it comes to partying, the environment in which this occurs can either make or break the event. The environment MUST fit the circumstance, the reason for occasion and the individuals involved. A party can take place in countless venues. The environment for this activity plays a huge role setting the overall mood among guests. An environment can portray a huge cultural and spiritual aspect to the party.
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