69233 profile 1312882473 1352737724 <![CDATA[Scott Haynes]]> Scott Haynes is a Research Engineer at the Center for Assistive Technology and Environmental Access (CATEA).  He joined Georgia Tech in 1993 serving as a Rehabilitation Engineer for CATEA’s Technical Assistance Program (TAP).  TAP was a statewide project providing assessment and consulting services to customers of Georgia’s Department of Rehabilitation Services.  Building on the experience from the TAP program and from previous work in Frito-Lay’s Research and Development department, Scott turned to research and development of assistive technology solutions for workers with disabilities.

Over the years, Scott has been involved in research and development, professional training, and service to professional organizations and the community of people with disabilities.  The common thread running through these projects has been the desire to help people with disabilities to live more independently through the use of assistive technology (AT) devices and services.  Scott’s research and development efforts focus on workplace accommodations in a variety of work environments, with special emphasis on computer workstations for people with low back pain, and on production work environments.  He has authored or co-authored over 15 peer-reviewed articles, published in journals and conference proceedings.  His training efforts focus on professional development courses offered through Georgia Tech’s DLPE program as well as specialized courses and training materials funded through independent contracts. 

Educational Background:

1986 – B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University

1993 – M.E in Biomedical Engineering, University of Virginia

]]> workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities; accommodations for manufacturing or production environments; computer workstations for individuals with low back pain

]]> Research on workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities covers a broad range of topics.  Workers' needs vary based on their functional ability, the nature of the work activity, and the work environment.  Resources that are available to help accommodate the needs of workers with disabilities can also vary based on whether the person is transitioning into work from school or previous unemployment, or whether the person is trying to maintain an employment position following a disability due to injury, disease, or simply due to ageing.  This research has the potential to open up opportunities for many individuals with disabilities to go to work.  This is accomplished through the development of accessible tools and work environments and through the provision of technical assistance and recommendations, based on research findings obtained through surveys, interviews, and focus groups.

Recent Publications:

Haynes, S. (2009). Effects of positioning optimization in an alternative computer workstation for people with and without low back pain. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 39(5), 719-727.

Haynes, S., Bruce, C., & Sanford, J. A. (2009, October 19-23, 2009). Model Integrating Assistive Technology Use and Human Performance for People with Disabilities. Paper presented at the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Conference, San Antonio, TX.

Haynes, S., & Williams, K. (2008). Impact of seating posture on user comfort and typing performance for people with chronic low back pain. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 38(1), 35-46.

Haynes, S. (2008). Impact of Position Optimization on Comfort and Working Posture Preference for Computer Operators with Chronic Low Back Pain. Paper presented at the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society's 52nd Annual Meeting.

Haynes, S. (2008d). Working Posture Preferences for Elderly Computer Operators with Low Back Pain. In W. C. Mann, Ph.D. (Ed.), Aging, Disability, and Independence: Selected Papers from the 4th International Conference on Aging, Disability and Independence (2008) (pp. 151-159). Gainesville, FL: University of Florida.

Haynes, S., Black, B., & Shackelford, S. (2007). Safety Regulations and the Employment of People with Disabilities in Automated Manufacturing Environments. Journal of Rehabilitation, 73(1), 38-46.

Haynes, S., & Endicott, S. (2007, June, 17th). Accommodations for Employees with Sensory Impairments in Automated Manufacturing. Paper presented at the RESNA 30th Annual International Conference, Phoenix, AZ.

Haynes, S., & Williams, K. (2007). Product Review of Alternative Computer Workstations as Possible Workplace Accommodations for People with Chronic Low Back Pain. Technology and Disability, 19(1), 41-52.

Ye, X., & Haynes, S. (2007). Selection of Appropriate CNC Lathes to Accommodate Wheelchair Users in Manufacturing. Paper presented at the RESNA 30th Annual International Conference, Phoenix, AZ.

Shackelford, S., & Haynes, S. (2005). Resources to Address Questions Regarding Safety Regulations and the Employment of People with Disabilities in Manufacturing Environments. Paper presented at the Proceedings of the RESNA 28th Annual International Conference.

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