Panorama de aplicações de instrumentos de ergonomia cognitiva na engenharia de produção a partir dos anais do ENEGEP

Abstract

Ergonomics is the study of the interaction between humans and systems, with the aim of designing environments, products, and tasks that are compatible with human abilities and limitations. This article aims to investigate the importance of cognitive ergonomics in the design of interfaces and work environments, exploring how understanding human cognitive capabilities can be applied to improve efficiency, usability, and user experience. The methodological approach defined for the preparation of this article was a literature review that aims to analyze and interpret information available in scientific studies. Finally, 60 studies published by the Brazilian Association of Production Engineering (ABEPRO) between 2006 and 2023 were selected to construct the results. It was concluded that the evolution of ergonomics over the years has incorporated cognitive and emotional aspects, evidencing that the well-being and productivity of workers are deeply linked to working conditions that respect their capabilities. Tools such as NASA-TLX and Quality of Work Life (QWL) models are crucial for identifying challenges, such as mental load, and proposing improvements. Cognitive ergonomics allows us to develop solutions that increase efficiency and well-being, resulting in functional spaces that are adapted to the needs of users. Therefore, its continued implementation is vital to create healthier and more productive work environments.