Home Automation in the Workplace

Issue title: Ergonomics

Article type: Research Article

Authors: McCormack, James E. | Tello, Steven F.

Affiliations: Seaside Education Associates, Inc., Weston, Massachusetts

Abstract: Environmental control units and home automation devices contribute to the independence and potential of individuals with disabilities, both at work and at home. Devices currently exist that can assist people with physical, cognitive, and sensory disabilities to control lighting, appliances, temperature, security, and telephone communications. This article highlights several possible applications for these technologies and discusses emerging technologies that will increase the benefits these devices offer people with disabilities.

Keywords: Assistive technology, Environmental control, Workplace accommodation

DOI: 10.3233/WOR-1994-4310

Journal: Work, vol. 4, no. 3, pp. 214-219, 1994