The revised and updated version of 'Fitting the task to the man'. Basic textbook which looks at: muscular work; nervous control of movements; improving work efficiency; body size; design of workstations; heavy work; handling loads; skilled work; human-machine systems; mental activity; fatigue; occupational stress; boredom; job design to avoid monotonous tasks; working hours and eating habits; night work and shiftwork; vision; ergonomic principles of lighting; noise and vibration; indoor climate; daylight, colours and music for a pleasant work environment.