scope:

This standard provides a basic list of anthropometric measurements for use in the establishment of common comparative definitions of population groups. The basic list specified in this standard is intended to serve as a guide for ergonomistics who are required to define population groups and apply their knowledge to the geometric design of the places where people work and live. This list is not intended to serve as a guide for how to take anthropometric measurements but it shall give informations to the ergonomist and designer on the anatomical and anthropometrical basis and principles of measurements which are applied in the solution of design tasks. This standard may be used in conjunction with national or international regulations or agreements to assure harmony in defining population groups. In its various applications, it is anticipated that the basic list will be supplemented by specific additional measurements.