Physical Environment
- Facility design & layout
- Lighting
- Noise
- Temperature & humidity
- Vibration
- Air flow
- Contamination & pollutants
- Workplace hazards
- Safety features
- Security features
- Signage & way-finding
- Workstation ergonomics
- Special user group requirements & equipment
In adopting a systems perspective, research needs to examine how the physical environment interacts with people, work processes, tools/technology, and organizations to realize improved processes & outcomes.
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