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This paper describes the results of a study in which software tools were used to analyse and adapt workplaces occupied by people with cognitive disabilities. To do this, the work and the workers were evaluated in order to identify the most relevant problems, using the ErgoDis/IBV method. This is a computer software intended for fitting workplaces to people with disabilities. Once evaluated the workplaces, some adaptations were proposed and implemented. One of the main measures adopted was the use of PDAs to help workers in performing their tasks. After the adaptation of the workplaces, an assessment process was carried out to evaluate the adequacy of the executed measures. The results of the study were implemented in a web page in order to provide information about real cases to professionals and users.
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Ferreras, A. et al. (2008). Analysis and Adaptation of Workplaces for People with Cognitive Disabilities Using Software Tools. In: Miesenberger, K., Klaus, J., Zagler, W., Karshmer, A. (eds) Computers Helping People with Special Needs. ICCHP 2008. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 5105. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-70540-6_105
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