er·go·nom·ics (ûr'gə-nŏm'ĭks)  n.

[Greek ergon, work; see werg- in Indo-European roots + (eco)nomics.]

1. (used with a sing. verb) The applied science of equipment design, as for the workplace, intended to maximize productivity by reducing operator fatigue and discomfort. Also called biotechnology, human engineering, human factors engineering.

2. (used with a pl. verb) Design factors, as for the workplace, intended to maximize productivity by minimizing operator fatigue and discomfort: The ergonomics of the new office were felt to be optimal.
   

Source: ergonomics. (n.d.). Dictionary.com Unabridged (v 1.1). Retrieved September 04, 2009, from Dictionary.com web site

Information from The U.S. Department of Labor - Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)

• Computer Work Stations
• Good Working Positions
• Selecting and arranging your workstation components
• Evaluation Check List
• Work process and recognition
• Workstation Environment
• Working safely with video display terminals

Information and videos from Work Safe BC - The Worker's Compensation Board of BC

• Safety at work
• Computer and office ergonomics
• Repetitive strain and overexertion

Information from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC): National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

• Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders
• Alternative Keyboards
• Musculoskeletal Disorders and Workplace Factors