Welcome Guest! The IOSH forums are a free resource to both members and non-members. Login or register to use them

Postings made by forum users are personal opinions. IOSH is not responsible for the content or accuracy of any of the information contained in forum postings. Please carefully consider any advice you receive.

Notification

Icon
Error

Options
Go to last post Go to first unread
VickiSwaine  
#1 Posted : 20 April 2012 11:34:15(UTC)
Rank: New forum user
VickiSwaine

I am trying to get my hands on a couple of research documents: - Sommerich (2002) Effects of notebook computer configuration and task on user biomechanics, productivity, and comfort - Lindblad et Al (2004) The effect of using a laptopstation compared to using a standard laptop PC on the cervical spine torque, perceived strain and productivity Does anyone have any ideas on how I can get hold of these without it costing me a fortune? I have tried the Croner subscription and local library.
redken  
#2 Posted : 20 April 2012 12:42:49(UTC)
Rank: Super forum user
redken

Ron Hunter  
#3 Posted : 20 April 2012 12:53:00(UTC)
Rank: Super forum user
Ron Hunter

Thanks for that link redken - useful and informative CRR.
Kate  
#4 Posted : 20 April 2012 13:20:36(UTC)
Rank: Super forum user
Kate

Local libraries can get most publications through an inter-library loan, from the British Library if they are uncommon - are you sure your library hasn't fobbed you off? There is a small charge for inter-library loans.
KieranD  
#5 Posted : 20 April 2012 13:41:56(UTC)
Rank: Super forum user
KieranD

A registered member of the Institute of Ergonomics & Human Factors who has access to a university library is likely to be able to access the material much more quickly than through the public library system, without costing anyone 'a fortune'.
bilbo  
#6 Posted : 20 April 2012 14:27:11(UTC)
Rank: Super forum user
bilbo

Have you tried Google Scholar? A long shot.
SpaceNinja  
#7 Posted : 20 April 2012 14:52:34(UTC)
Rank: Forum user
SpaceNinja

I agree with Kate, most libraries can hold of most documents via an inter-library loan service. There is some legislation that means the British Library has to be sent a copy of every book and newspaper (and probably a few other things, my memory isn't too good!) that is published in the UK, so it should have a copy of what you're after.
malcarleton  
#8 Posted : 22 April 2012 07:16:09(UTC)
Rank: Forum user
malcarleton

VickiSwaine  
#9 Posted : 24 April 2012 09:19:48(UTC)
Rank: New forum user
VickiSwaine

Thanks for all your help. I am going back to the library!! :-)
DNTHarvey  
#10 Posted : 24 April 2012 09:21:05(UTC)
Rank: Forum user
DNTHarvey

If you know anyone who is a uni student they should have an "athens" password, that gives them access to a whole load of subscription material for free. Good luck
Users browsing this topic
Guest
You cannot post new topics in this forum.
You cannot reply to topics in this forum.
You cannot delete your posts in this forum.
You cannot edit your posts in this forum.
You cannot create polls in this forum.
You cannot vote in polls in this forum.