Question

A manager has decided to improve the physical work environment in his office to ensure that incumbents have fewer physical ailments. Which job design approach would be most helpful to him? a. Mechanistic approach b. Biological approach C. Motivational approach d. Perceptual-motor approach

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Biological approach.

Explanation:

Biological approach to job design involves focuses on the ergonomics in the workplace. It is aimed at reducing physical ailments, injuries strain and other physical problems on workers by making the work environment more conducive for the required work. It is concerned with the physical factors of the job and how it affects the workers. The approach is mainly derived from the study of body movements (biomechanics) and how certain position, movements can cause physical strain and injuries on the body.