The review of ergonomic assessment for firefighters'personal protective equipment
The ergonomics of personal protective equipment(PPE)involves complex interactions between the equipment,the human body,and the environment.It plays a critical role in ensur-ing the safety of firefighters and enhancing their operational effi-ciency.A key challenge in evaluating PPE ergonomics lies in the precise quantification of the impact of equipment on human func-tion and performance in specific environments.Effective quantita-tive analysis depends on the accurate measurement of kinematic,dynamic,and physiological parameters while the equipment is worn.Recent advancements in evaluation technologies have led to significant progress in ergonomics research,particularly in areas such as joint mobility,balance ability,and biomechanics.This pa-per outlines an ergonomic evaluation framework,systematically reviews existing methods,and summarizes their current state.Furthermore,it anticipates future trends in ergonomic evaluation methodologies.