Professor Robin Burgess-Limerick
Professorial Research Fellow
MISHC
+61 7 3346 4083
Publications
Books
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Horberry, Tim, Lynas, Danellie, Hill, Andrew and Haight, Joel M (2025). Human systems integration for mining automation. Boca Raton, FL United States: CRC Press. doi: 10.1201/9781003380887
Horberry, T., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Steiner, L. J. (2018). Human-centered design for mining equipment and new technology. Boca Raton, Florida, United States: CRC Press. doi: 10.1201/9781315105772
Horberry, Tim, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Steiner, Lisa (2011). Human factors for the design, operation, and maintenance of mining equipment. Boca Raton, FL, U.S.A.: CRC Press. doi: 10.1201/9781439802335
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Steiner, Lisa J. and Torma-Krajewski, Janet (2009). Ergonomics processes: Implementation guide and tools for the mining industry. Pittsburgh, PA, United States: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, DHHS (NIOSH).
Kirk, David, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Kiss, Michael, Lahey, Janine and Penney, Dawn (2004). Senior physical education : an integrated approach. 2nd ed. ed. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
Kirk, David, Penney, Dawn, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Gorely, Trish and Maynard, Colette (2002). A Level Physical Education: The Reflective Performer. Champaign, Ill: Human Kinetics.
Book Chapters
Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2024). Human-centered design of collision awareness systems for surface mining operations. Mine safety and health handbook: approaches from the field. (pp. 575-591) edited by Emily J. Haas. Englewood, CO, United States: Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Bialkowski, Konstanty and Lynas, Danellie (2024). Continuous whole body vibration measurement at two surface coal mines. Mine safety and health handbook: approaches from the field. (pp. 751-762) edited by Emily J. Haas. Englewood, CO, United States: Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Hill, Andrew and Lynas, Danellie (2024). Human factors safety and health leading indicators for the mining industry. Mine safety and health handbook: Approaches from the field. (pp. 181-202) edited by Emily J. Haas. Englewood, CO United States: Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2017). Workplace vibration effects on health and productivity. Ergonomic workplace design for health, wellness, and productivity. (pp. 103-114) edited by Alan Hedge. Boca Raton, Florida, United States: CRC Press. doi: 10.1201/9781315374000-6
Horberry, Tim, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Storey, Neil, Thomas, Matthew, Ruschena, Leo, Cook, Margaret and Pettitt, Chad (2014). A user-centred safe design approach to control. The core body of knowledge for generalist OHS professionals. (pp. 1-25) Tullamarine: Victoria: Safety Institute of Australia.
Burgess-Limerick, R. (2012). Manual tasks. Australian master work health and safety guide. (pp. 575-594) edited by Cormack E. Dunn and Sue Chennell. North Ryde, NSW, Australia: CCH Australia.
Burgess-Limerick, R. (2012). Biomechanical hazards. The core body of knowledge for generalist OHS professionals. (pp. 1-16) edited by Health and Safety Professionals Alliance. Tullamarine, Vic., Australia: Safety Institute of Australia.
Horberry, Tim John, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Steiner, Lisa J. and Tichon, Jennifer G. (2011). Training. Human factors for the design, operation and maintenance of mining equipment. (pp. 177-187) Boca Raton, Florida, USA: CRC Press; Taylor & Francis Group.
Burgess-Limerick, R. J. (2007). Ergonomics for manual tasks. Australian Master of OHS and Environment Guide. (pp. 261-278) edited by CCH Australia and Mayhew, Claire. North Ryde, NSW: CCH Australia.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2006). Manual Task Risk Assessment. International Encyclopedia of Ergonomics and Human Factors. (pp. 3235-3237) Boca Raton FL, United States: CRC Press. doi: 10.1201/9780849375477.ch625
Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2006). Visual Display Height. International Encyclopedia of Ergonomics and Human Factors. (pp. 1497-1499) Boca Raton FL, United States: CRC Press. doi: 10.1201/9780849375477.ch301
Burgess-Limerick, R. and Egeskov, R. (2004). Risk Factor Identification: the Role of Ergonomics. The Scientific Basis of Injury Prevention and Control. (pp. 154-173) edited by R. McClure, M. Stevenson and S. McEvoy. Melbourne, Australia: IP Communications.
Hanna, A. J., Abernethy, A. B., Neal, R. J. and Burgess-Limerick, R. J. (2000). Triggers for the transition between human walking and running. Energetics of Human Activity. (pp. 124-164) edited by W.A. Sparrow. Champaign, Ill: Human Kinetics.
Carlson, T., Gorley, T., Macdonald, D., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Hanrahan, S. (1999). Developing learning assessment criteria via action learning. Sport sociology: An exercise in practicality. (pp. 197-198) edited by M. Marquardt. Palo Alto, California: Davies–Black.
Abernethy, Bruce, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Engstrom, Craig, Hanna, Alastair and Neal, Robert J. (1995). Temporal co-ordination of human gait. Motor control and sensory motor integration: Issues and directions. (pp. 171-196) edited by Denis J. Glencross and Jan Piek. Amsterdam, Netherlands: Elsevier.
Abernethy, B. and Burgess-Limerick, R. (1992). Visual support for the timing of skilled movements: A review. Approaches to the study of motor control and learning. (pp. 343-384) edited by Summers, J.J.. Amsterdam: North-Holland.
Journal Articles
Haight, Joel M., Ruff, Todd, Steiner, Lisa, Schafrik, Steven J. and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2021). The NIOSH mine automation partnership; A collaboration between industry, government, labor, professional organizations and academia. Mining Engineering, 73 (11), 30-32.
Bellanca, Jennica L., Ryan, Margaret E., Orr, Timothy J. and Burgess-Limerick, Robin J. (2021). Why do haul truck fatal accidents keep occurring?. Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration, 38 (2), 1019-1029. doi: 10.1007/s42461-021-00410-1
Lynas, Danellie and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2020). Whole-body vibration associated with underground coal mining equipment in Australia. Applied Ergonomics, 89 103162, 103162. doi: 10.1016/j.apergo.2020.103162
Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2020). Human-systems integration for the safe implementation of automation. Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration, 37 (6), 1799-1806. doi: 10.1007/s42461-020-00248-z
Pazell, Sara and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2020). A human-centered approach to the redesign of a bitumen trailer. Ergonomics in Design: The Quarterly of Human Factors Applications, 29 (1), 4-13. doi: 10.1177/1064804620908350
Lynas, Danellie and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2019). Whole-Body Vibration Associated with Dozer Operation at an Australian Surface Coal Mine. Annals of Work Exposures and Health, 63 (8), 881-889. doi: 10.1093/annweh/wxz054
Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2017). Participatory ergonomics: Evidence and implementation lessons. Applied Ergonomics, 68, 289-293. doi: 10.1016/j.apergo.2017.12.009
Riek, Stephan, Hill, Andrew, Plooy, Annaliese M., Horswill, Mark S., Cresp, Alanna St. G., Marinovic, Welber, Christofidis, Melany J., Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Wallis, Guy M., Watson, Marcus O. and Hewett, David G. (2017). A novel training device for tip control in colonoscopy: preliminary validation and efficacy as a training tool. Surgical Endoscopy, 31 (12), 5364-5371. doi: 10.1007/s00464-017-5617-7
Zupanc, Christine M., Wallis, Guy M., Hill, Andrew, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Riek, Stephan, Plooy, Annaliese M., Horswill, Mark S., Watson, Marcus O., de Visser, Hans, Conlan, David and Hewett, David G. (2017). Assessing colonoscopic inspection skill using a virtual withdrawal simulation: a preliminary validation of performance metrics. BMC Medical Education, 17 (1) 118, 118. doi: 10.1186/s12909-017-0948-6
Hill, Andrew, Horswill, Mark S., Plooy, Annaliese M., Watson, Marcus O., Rowlands, Lachlan N., Wallis, Guy M., Riek, Stephan, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Hewett, David G. (2016). Assessment of colorectal polyp recognition skill: development and validation of an objective test. Surgical Endoscopy, 31 (6), 1-11. doi: 10.1007/s00464-016-5243-9
Horberry, Tim, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Cooke, Tristan and Steiner, Lisa (2016). Improving mining equipment safety through human-centered design. Ergonomics in Design: The Quarterly of Human Factors Applications, 24 (3), 29-34. doi: 10.1177/1064804616636299
Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2016). Measuring and managing workplace whole-body vibration exposures. Acoustics Australia, 44 (1), 129-135. doi: 10.1007/s40857-015-0032-5
Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Lynas, Daniellie (2016). Long duration measurements of whole-body vibration exposures associated with surface coal mining equipment compared to previous short-duration measurements. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, 13 (5), 1-18. doi: 10.1080/15459624.2015.1125486
Plooy, Annaliese M., Hill, Andrew, Horswill, Mark S., Cresp, Alanna St. G., Karamatic, Rozemary, Riek, Stephan, Wallis, Guy M., Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Hewett, David G. and Watson, Marcus O. (2016). The efficacy of training insertion skill on a physical model colonoscopy simulator. Endoscopy International Open, 4 (12), E1252-E1260. doi: 10.1055/s-0042-114773
Zupanc, Christine M., Burgess-Limerick, R, Hill, Andrew, Riek, Stephan, Wallis, Guy M., Plooy, Annaliese M., Horswill, Mark S., Watson, Marcus O. and Hewett, David G. (2015). A competency framework for colonoscopy training derived from cognitive task analysis techniques and expert review. BMC Medical Education, 15 (216) 216, 216. doi: 10.1186/s12909-015-0494-z
Wester, J. and Burgess-Limerick, R. (2015). Using a task-based risk assessment process (EDEEP) to improve equipment design safety: a case study of an exploration drill rig. Mining Technology - Transactions of the Institutions of Mining and Metallurgy: Section A, 124 (2), 69-72. doi: 10.1179/1743286315Y.0000000003
Horberry, Tim and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2015). Applying a human-centred process to re-design equipment and work environments. Safety, 1 (1), 7-15. doi: 10.3390/safety1010007
Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Dennis, Gary (2015). Safety by design: participative ergonomics for manual tasks risk management. Australasian Mine Safety Journal, 24, 48-53.
Burgess-Limerick, R and Lynas, D. (2015). An iOS application for evaluating whole-body vibration within a workplace risk management process. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, 12 (7), D137-D142. doi: 10.1080/15459624.2015.1009986
Zupanc, Christine M., Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Wallis, Guy (2015). Strategy influences directional control–response compatibility: evidence from an underground coal mine shuttle car simulation. Theoretical Issues in Ergonomics Science, 16 (1), 1-19. doi: 10.1080/1463922X.2013.857738
Towers, John, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Riek, Stephan (2014). Concurrent 3-D sonifications enable the head-up monitoring of two interrelated aircraft navigation instruments. Human Factors, 56 (8), 1414-1427. doi: 10.1177/0018720814536443
Wolfgang, Rebecca and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2014). Whole-body vibration exposure of haul truck drivers at a surface coal mine. Applied Ergonomics, 45 (6), 1700-1704. doi: 10.1016/j.apergo.2014.05.020
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Horberry, Tim and Steiner, Lisa (2014). Bow-tie analysis of a fatal underground coal mine collision. Ergonomics Australia, 10 (2).
Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2014). Slip into something less comfortable. Australasian Mine Safety Journal, 22, 75-77.
Cloete, Steven, Zupanc, Christine, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Wallis, Guy (2014). Control order and visuomotor strategy development for joystick-steered underground shuttle cars. Human Factors, 56 (6), 1177-1188. doi: 10.1177/0018720814522295
Wolfgang, Rebecca and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2014). Using consumer electronic devices to estimate whole-body vibration exposure. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, 11 (6), D77-D81. doi: 10.1080/15459624.2014.888073
Lynas, Danellie, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Kirsch, Philipp (2014). RISKGATE analysis of slips, trips and falls at NSW surface and underground coal mines. Journal of Safety and Health Research and Practice, 6 (1), 2-7.
Steiner, Lisa, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Porter, William (2014). Directional control-response compatibility relationships assessed by physical simulation of an underground bolting machine. Human Factors, 56 (2), 384-391. doi: 10.1177/0018720813490953
Wolfgang, Rebecca, Di Corleto, Luke and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2014). Can an iPod Touch be used to assess whole-body vibration associated with mining equipment?. The Annals of Occupational Hygiene, 58 (9), 1200-1204. doi: 10.1093/annhyg/meu054
Long, Jennifer, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Stapleton, Fiona (2014). Personal consequences of work-related physical discomfort: an exploratory study. Clinical and Experimental Optometry, 97 (1), 30-35. doi: 10.1111/cxo.12066
Steiner, Lisa J. and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2013). Shape-coding and length-coding as a measure to reduce the probability of selection errors during the control of industrial equipment. IIE Transactions on Occupational Ergonomics and Human Factors, 1 (4), 224-234. doi: 10.1080/21577323.2013.844209
Legge, Jennifer, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Peeters, Geeske (2013). A New Pre-Employment Functional Capacity Evaluation Predicts Longer Term Risk of Musculoskeletal Injury in Healthy Workers: A Prospective Cohort Study. Spine, 38 (25), 2208-2215. doi: 10.1097/brs.0000000000000013
Long, Jennifer, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Stapleton, Fiona (2013). What do clinical optometrists like about their job?. Clinical and Experimental Optometry, 96 (5), 460-466. doi: 10.1111/cxo.12017
Lukersmith, Sue and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2013). The perceived importance and the presence of creative potential in the health professional's work environment. Ergonomics, 56 (6), 922-934. doi: 10.1080/00140139.2013.779033
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Zupanc, Christine and Wallis, Guy (2013). Effect of control order on steering a simulated underground coal shuttle car. Applied Ergonomics, 44 (2), 225-229. doi: 10.1016/j.apergo.2012.07.007
Horberry, Tim, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Fuller, Ruth (2013). The contributions of human factors and ergonomics to a sustainable minerals industry. Ergonomics, 56 (3), 556-564. doi: 10.1080/00140139.2012.718800
Steiner, Lisa J., Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Eiter, Brianna, Porter, William and Matty, Tim (2013). Visual feedback system to reduce errors while operating roof bolting machines. Journal of Safety Research, 44 (1), 37-44. doi: 10.1016/j.jsr.2012.06.003
Kirk, Elizabeth, Strong, Jenny and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2013). Developing computer competencies for eWorkers within call centres. Work, 46 (3), 283-295. doi: 10.3233/WOR-121533
Lynas, D. and Burgess-Limerick, R. (2013). Participatory ergonomics case study: coal handling train crew operations. Ergonomics Australia, 10 (1), 1-11.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Joy, Jim, Cooke, Tristan and Horberry, Tim (2012). EDEEP - an innovative process for improving the safety of mining equipment. Minerals, 2 (4), 272-282. doi: 10.3390/min2040272
Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2012). How on earth moving equipment can ISO 2631.1 be used to evaluate whole body vibration?. Journal of Safety and Health Research and Practice, 4 (2), 14-21.
Plooy, Annaliese M., Hill, Andrew, Horswill, Mark S., Cresp, Alanna St.G., Watson, Marcus O., Ooi, Soong-Yuan, Riek, Stephan, Wallis, Guy M., Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Hewett, David G. (2012). Construct validation of a physical model colonsocopy simulator. Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, 76 (1), 144-150. doi: 10.1016/j.gie.2012.03.246
Towers, John, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Riek, Stephan (2012). Improving 3-D Audio Localisation through the Provision of Supplementary Spatial Audio Cues. The Ergonomics Open Journal, 5, 1-9.
Hill, Andrew, Horswill, Mark S., Plooy, Annaliese M., Watson, Marcus O., Karamatic, Rozemary, Basit, Tabinda A., Wallis, Guy M., Riek, Stephan, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Hewett, David G. (2012). Assessing the realism of colonoscopy simulation: The development of an instrument and systematic comparison of 4 simulators. Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, 75 (3), 631-640. doi: 10.1016/j.gie.2011.10.030
Long, Jennifer, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Staoleton, Fiona (2012). Work-related discomfort in the optometry profession – whose responsibility?. Ergonomics Australia, 10 (6).
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Zupanc, Christine M. and Wallis, Guy (2012). Directional control–response compatibility of joystick steered shuttle cars. Ergonomics, 55 (10), 1278-1283. doi: 10.1080/00140139.2012.700328
Tichon, Jennifer and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2011). A review of virtual reality as a medium for safety related training in mining. Journal of Health and Safety, Research and Practice, 3 (1), 33-40.
Zupanc, Christine M., Burgess-Limerick, Robyn and Wallis, Guy (2011). Effect of age on learning to drive a virtual coal mine shuttle car. The Ergonomics Open Journal, 4 (Suppl 2-M7), 112-124. doi: 10.2174/1875934301104010112
Burgess-Limerick Robin (2011). Injuries associated with underground coal mining equipment. The Ergonomics Open Journal, 4 (Suppl. 2-M1), 62-73. doi: 10.2174/1875934301104010062
Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2011). Human factors and ergonomics in the minerals industry. The Ergonomics Open Journal, 4 (Suppl. 2-M1), 61-61. doi: 10.2174/1875934301104010061
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Cotea, Cristina, Pietrzak, Eva and Fleming, Peter (2011). Human systems integration in defence and civilian industries. Australian Defence Force Journal (186), 51-60.
Long, Jennifer, Lau, Christopher, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Stapleton, Fiona and Ko, Yean Loe (Chloe) (2011). Developing strategies for reducing work-related discomfort in optometry students. Ergonomics Australia, 11 (44), 1-6.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2011). Avoiding collisions in underground mines. Ergonomics Australia, 11 (44), 1-4.
Long, Jennifer, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Stapleton, Fiona (2011). Toward a more comfortable profession – disseminating ergonomics information to Australian optometrists. Ergonomics Australia, 7 (1), 1-6.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Krupenia, Veronica, Zupanc, Christine, Wallis, Guy and Steiner, Lisa (2010). Reducing control selection errors associated with underground bolting equipment. Applied Ergonomics, 41 (4), 549-555. doi: 10.1016/j.apergo.2009.11.008
Burgess-Limerick, R., Krupenia, V., Wallis, G., Pratim-Bannerjee, A. and Steiner, L. (2010). Directional control-response relationships for mining equipment. Ergonomics, 53 (6), 748-757. doi: 10.1080/00140131003675109
Straker, L., Maslen, B., Burgess-Limerick, R., Johnson, P. and Dennerlein, J. (2010). Evidence-based guidelines for the wise use of computers by children: Physical development guidelines. Ergonomics, 53 (4), 458-477. doi: 10.1080/00140130903556344
Straker, Leon, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Pollock, Clare and Maslen, Barbara (2009). The effect of forearm support on children’s head, neck and upper limb posture and muscle activity during computer use. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, 19 (5), 965-974. doi: 10.1016/j.jelekin.2008.02.003
Straker, L., Burgess-Limerick, R., Pollock, C. and Maslen, B. (2009). The influence of desk and display design on posture and muscle activity variability whilst performing information technology tasks. Applied Ergonomics, 40 (5), 852-859. doi: 10.1016/j.apergo.2008.09.004
Straker, L., Maslen, B., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Pollock, C. (2009). Children have less variable postures and muscle activities when using new electronic information technology compared with old paper-based information technology. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, 19 (2), e132-e143. doi: 10.1016/j.jelekin.2007.11.011
Straker, L., Skoss, R., Burnett, A. and Burgess-Limerick, R. (2009). Effect of visual display height on modelled upper and lower cervical gravitational moment, muscle capacity and relative strain. Ergonomics, 52 (2) PII 909682928, 204-221. doi: 10.1080/00140130802331609
Straker, L., Pollock, C., Burgess-Limerick, R., Skoss, R. and Coleman, J. (2008). The impact of computer display height and desk design on muscle activity during information technology work by young adults. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, 18 (4), 606-617. doi: 10.1016/j.jelekin.2006.09.015
Straker, L., Burgess-Limerick, R., Pollock, C., Murray, K., Netto, K., Coleman, J. and Skoss, R. (2008). The impact of computer display height and desk design on 3D posture during information technology work by young adults. Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, 18 (2), 336-349. doi: 10.1016/j.jelekin.2006.10.007
Straker, L., Burgess-Limerick, R., Pollock, C., Coleman, J., Skoss, R. and Maslen, B. (2008). Children's posture and muscle activity at different computer display heights and during paper information technology use. Human Factors, 50 (1), 49-61. doi: 10.1518/001872008X250575
Straker, L.M., Coleman, J., Skoss, R., Maslen, B.A. and Burgess-Limerick, R. (2008). A comparison of posture and muscle activity during tablet computer, desktop computer and paper use by young children. Ergonomics, 51 (4), 540-555. doi: 10.1080/00140130701711000
Zupanc, Christine M., Burgess-Limerick, Robin J. and Wallis, Guy (2007). Performance consequences of alternating directional control-response compatibility: Evidence from a coal mine shuttle car simulator. Human Factors, 49 (4), 628-636. doi: 10.1518/001872007X215700
Burgess-Limerick, R. J. and Steiner, L. (2007). Preventing equipment related injuries in underground U.S. coal mines. Mining Engineering, October, 20-32.
Torma-Krajewski, J., Hipes, C., Steiner, L. and Burgess-Limerick, R. (2007). Ergonomic interventions at Vulcan Materials Company. Mining Engineering, November (11), 54-58.
Steiner, L. and Burgess-Limerick, R. (2007). Equipment related issues and controls in the USA underground mining industry. Ergonomics Australia, 21 (2), 4-11.
Legge, J. and Burgess-Limerick, Robin J. (2007). Reliability of the JobFit System Pre-Employment Functional Assessment tool. Work, 28 (4), 299-312.
Burgess-Limerick, R., Straker, L., Pollock, C., Dennis, G., Leveritt, S. and Johnson, S. (2007). Implementation of the Participative Ergonomics for Manual tasks (PErforM) programme at four Australian underground coal mines. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 37 (2), 145-155. doi: 10.1016/j.ergon.2006.10.008
Straker, Leon, Pollock, Clare and Burgess-Limerick, Robin J. (2006). Towards evidence-based guidelines for wise use of computers by children. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 36 (12), 1045-1053. doi: 10.1016/j.ergon.2006.09.006
Straker, L., Pollock, C. and Burgess-Limerick, R. J. (2006). Excerpts from CybErg 2005 discussion on preliminary guidelines for wise use of computers by children. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 36 (12), 1089-1095. doi: 10.1016/j.ergon.2006.09.010
Burgess-Limerick, R J and Steiner, L. (2006). Injuries associated with continuous miners, shuttle cars, load-haul-dump and personnel transport in New South Wales underground coal mines. Mining Technology. Transactions of the Institutions of Mining and Metallurgy: Section A, 115 (4), 160-168. doi: 10.1179/174328606X151033
Burgess-Limerick, R. J. (2005). Reducing injury risks associated with underground coal mining equipment. Ergonomics Australia, 19 (2), 14-20.
Cook, C, Burgess-Limerick, R and Papalia, S (2004). The effect of upper extremity support on upper extremity posture and muscle activity during keyboard use. Applied Ergonomics, 35 (3), 285-292. doi: 10.1016/j.apergo.2003.12.005
Cook, C and Burgess-Limerick, R (2004). The effect of forearm support on musculoskeletal discomfort during call centre work. Applied Ergonomics, 35 (4), 337-342. doi: 10.1016/j.apergo.2004.03.005
Cook, C., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Papalia, S. (2004). The Effect of Wrist Rests and Forearm Support during Keyboard and Mouse Use. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 33 (5), 463-472. doi: 10.1016/j.ergon.2003.12.002
Burgess-Limerick, R. J. (2004). A tale of two acronyms: PErforM and ManTRA: Ron Cumming Memorial Lecture 2004. Ergonomics Australia, 18 (4), 10-13.
Straker, Leon, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Egeskov, Roxanne and Pollock, Clare (2004). A randomized and controlled trial of a participative ergonomics intervention to reduce injuries associated with manual tasks: physical risk and legislative. Ergonomics, 47 (2), 166-188. doi: 10.1080/00140130310001617949
Zupanc, Christine and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2003). Issues related to the wearing of fall-arrest harnesses in the construction industry. Ergonomics Australia, 17 (3), 18-24.
Burgess-Limerick, R. (2003). Squat, stoop, or something in between?. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 31 (3), 143-148. doi: 10.1016/S0169-8141(02)00190-7
Cook, C. and Burgess-Limerick, R. J. (2003). Guidelines for computer workstations. Ergonomics Australia, 17 (1), 19-37.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Shemmell, Robin, Barry, Ben, Carson, Richard and Abernethy, Bruce (2001). Spontaneous transitions in the coordination of a whole body task. Human Movement Science, 20 (4-5), 549-562. doi: 10.1016/S0167-9457(01)00067-7
Roberts, Andrew B., Mon-Williams, Mark, Tresilian, James R. and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2000). Kinaesthetic judgements and refinement of striking action. Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology, 42 (8) S0012162200000992, 518-524. doi: 10.1017/S0012162200000992
Cook, C., Burgess-Limerick, R. J. and Chang, S. W. (2000). The prevalence of neck and upper extremity musculoskeletal symptoms in computer mouse users. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 26 (3) 1035, 347-356. doi: 10.1016/S0169-8141(00)00010-X
Burgess-Limerick, R. J. and Green, B. (2000). Using multiple case studies in ergonomics: An example of pointing device use. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 26 (3) 1038, 381-388. doi: 10.1016/S0169-8141(00)00013-5
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Mon-Williams, M. and Coppard, V. L. (2000). Visual Display Height. Human Factors, 42 (1), 140-150. doi: 10.1518/001872000779656598
Carlson, T. B., Macdonald, D., Gorely, T., Hanrahan, S. J. and Burgess-Limerick, R. J. (2000). Implementing criterion-referenced assessment within a multi-disciplinary university department. Higher Education Research and Development, 19 (1), 103-116. doi: 10.1080/07294360050020507
Mon-Williams, Mark, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Plooy, Anna and Wann, John (1999). Vertical gaze direction and postural adjustment: An extension of the Heuer model. Journal of Experimental Psychology: Applied, 5 (1), 35-43.
Burgess-Limerick, R. J., Plooy, A., Fraser, K. and Ankrum, D. R. (1999). The influence of computer monitor height on head and neck posture. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 23 (3), 171-179. doi: 10.1016/S0169-8141(97)00033-4
Burgess-Limerick, R. J., Shemmell, J., Scadden, R. and Plooy, A. (1999). Wrist posture during computer pointing device use. Clinical Biomechanics, 14 (4), 280-286. doi: 10.1016/S0268-0033(98)90093-6
Mon-Williams, M., Burgess-Limerick, R. J., Plooy, A. and Wann, J. (1999). Vertical gaze direction and postural adjustment: An extension of the Heuer Model. Journal of Experimental Psychology: Applied, 5 (1), 35-53. doi: 10.1037//1076-898X.5.1.35
Burgess-Limerick, R. J. (1999). Lifting technique. Ergonomics Australia, 13 (1), 11-15.
Burgess-Limerick, R and Abernethy, B (1998). Effect of load distance on self-selected manual lifting technique. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 22 (4-5), 367-372. doi: 10.1016/S0169-8141(97)00090-5
Burgess-Limerick, Tracey and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (1998). Conversational interviews and multiple-case research in psychology. Australian Journal of Psychology, 50 (2), 63-70. doi: 10.1080/00049539808257535
Burgess-Limerick, R. J., Plooy, A. M. and Ankrum, D. R. (1998). The effect of imposed and self-selected computer monitor height on posture and gaze angle. Clinical Biomechanics, 13 (8), 584-592. doi: 10.1016/S0268-0033(98)00021-7
Mon-Williams, M., Plooy, A. M., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Wann, J. (1998). Gaze angle: a possible mechanism of visual stress in virtual reality headsets. Ergonomics, 41 (3), 280-285. doi: 10.1080/001401398187035
Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Abernethy, Bruce (1997). Qualitatively different modes of manual lifting. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 19 (5), 413-417. doi: 10.1016/S0169-8141(96)00065-0
Burgesslimerick, R and Abernethy, B (1997). Toward a quantitative definition of manual lifting postures. Human Factors, 39 (1), 141-148. doi: 10.1518/001872097778940632
Burgesslimerick, R, Abernethy, B, Neal, RJ and Kippers, V (1995). Self-Selected Manual Lifting Technique - Functional Consequences of the Interjoint Coordination. Human Factors, 37 (2), 395-411. doi: 10.1518/001872095779064537
Abernethy, Bruce, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Engstrom, Craig, Hanna, Alastair and Neal, Robert J. (1995). Chapter 7 Temporal coordination of human gait. Advances in Psychology, 111 (C), 171-196. doi: 10.1016/S0166-4115(06)80010-5
Abernethy, B, Burgesslimerick, R and Parks, S (1994). Contrasting Approaches to the Study of Motor Expertise. Quest, 46 (2), 186-198. doi: 10.1080/00336297.1994.10484120
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Bruce Abernethy and Limerick, Brigid (1994). Identification of nnderlying assumptions is an integral part of research: An example from motor control. Theory and Psychology, 4 (1), 139-146. doi: 10.1177/0959354394041007
Burgesslimerick, R, Abernethy, B and Neal, RJ (1993). Relative Phase Quantifies Interjoint Coordination. Journal of Biomechanics, 26 (1), 91-94. doi: 10.1016/0021-9290(93)90617-N
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Abernethy, Bruce and Neal, Robert J. (1992). To the editor. Spine, 17 (9), 1122-1124. doi: 10.1097/00007632-199209000-00020
Burgesslimerick, R, Neal, RJ and Abernethy, B (1992). Against Relative Timing Invariance in Movement Kinematics. Quarterly Journal of Experimental Psychology Section A-Human Experimental Psychology, 44 (4), 705-722. doi: 10.1080/14640749208401306
Burgess-Limerick, R. J., Abernethy, B. and Neal, R. J. (1992). Hip and lumbar vertebral coordination during lifting: Systematic deviation from synchronous movement. Spine, 17, 1122-1124.
Abernethy, Bruce and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (1992). Visual information for the timing of skilled movements: A review. Advances in Psychology, 84 (C), 343-384. doi: 10.1016/S0166-4115(08)61692-1
Burgesslimerick, R, Abernethy, B and Neal, RJ (1991). Experience and Backswing Movement Time Variability - a Short Note Concerning a Serendipitous Observation. Human Movement Science, 10 (6), 621-627. doi: 10.1016/0167-9457(91)90019-T
Burgesslimerick, R, Abernethy, B and Neal, RJ (1991). A Statistical Problem in Testing Invariance of Movement Using the Phase Plane Model. Journal of Motor Behavior, 23 (4), 301-303. doi: 10.1080/00222895.1991.9942041
Burgess, R and Neal, RJ (1989). Document Holder Usage When Reading and Writing. Clinical Biomechanics, 4 (3), 151-154. doi: 10.1016/0268-0033(89)90018-1
Conference Papers
Hassall, Maureen, Seligmann, Ben, Lynas, Danellie, Haight, Joel and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2022). Predicting human-system interaction risks associated with autonomous systems in mining. AHFE International Conference, New York, NY, United States, 24-28 July 2022. New York, NY, United States: AHFE International. doi: 10.54941/ahfe1002313
Burgess-Limerick, R. (2020). Human-systems integration for the safe implementation of automation in mining. 2020 SME Annual Conference and Expo, Phoenix, AZ United States, 23 - 26 February 2020. Englewood, CO United States: Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration.
Bellanca, J. L., Ryan, M., Orr, T. J. and Burgess-Limerick, R. (2020). Why do haul truck fatal accidents keep occurring?. 2020 SME Annual Conference and Expo, Phoenix, AZ United States, 23 - 26 February 2020. Englewood, CO United States: Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration.
Burgess-Limerick, R., Bialkowski, K., Stancombe, A. and Lynas, D. (2020). Continuous monitoring of whole-body vibration associated with surface mining equipment. 2020 SME Annual Conference and Expo, Phoenix, AZ United States, 23 - 26 February 2020. Englewood, CO United States: Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration.
Burgess-Limerick, R., Horberry, T., Cronin, J and Steiner, L. (2017). Mining automation human-systems integration: a case study of success at CMOC-Northparkes. 13th AusIMM Underground Operators’ Conference 2017, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia, 16-18 October 2017.
Horberry, Tim, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Cooke, Tristan and Steiner, Lisa (2017). Human-centered safe design of mining equipment. Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society 2017 Annual Meeting, Austin; United States, 9-13 October 2017. Santa Monica, CA United States: Human Factors an Ergonomics Society . doi: 10.1177/1541931213601910
Horberry, Tim, Young, Kristie and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2016). Proximity warning system interfaces for mining vehicles: can the minerals industry learn from the automotive domain?. International Conference on Ergonomics and Human Factors, Daventry, United Kingdom, 19-21 April 2016. Daventry, United Kingdom: Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors.
Lynas, Danellie and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2016). Whole-body vibration exposures at underground coal mining operations. Annual Conference of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia, Gold Coast, Australia, 6-9 November 2016. Gold Coast, Australia: Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia Inc. (HFESA).
Lynas, D. and Burgess-Limerick, R. (2016). Whole-body vibration exposures in undeground coal mining operations. Human Factors and Ergonomics Society 2016 International Annual Meeting, HFES 2016, Washington; United States, 19-23 September 2016. Thousand Oaks, CA United States: Sage. doi: 10.1177/1541931213601210
Pazell, S., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Horberry, T. (2016). Case study: Participatory ergonomics in road construction and an occupational perspective of health. Human Factors and Ergonomics Society 2016 International Annual Meeting, HFES 2016, Washington, United States, 19-23 September 2016. Thousand Oaks, CA United States: Sage. doi: 10.1177/1541931213601232
Pazell, Sara, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Horberry, Tim (2016). Application of functional resonance analysis method to sustain human-centered design practice in road construction. Human Factors and Ergonomics Society 2016 International Annual Meeting, HFES 2016, Washington, United States, 19-23 September 2016. Thousand Oaks, CA United States: Sage. doi: 10.1177/1541931213601200
Pazell, Sara, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Horberry, Tim, Dennis, Gary and Wakeling, Christian (2016). RIO TINTO WEIPA: The value proposition of good work design. 51st Annual Conference of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia 2016: Healthy, Safe and Productive By Design, Gold Coast, QLD Australia, 6-9 November 2016. Baulkham Hills, NSW Australia: Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia (HFESA).
Pazell, S., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Horberry, T. (2016). Case study: process and outcome review of a participative ergonomics project in an asphalt production plant. 51st Annual Conference of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia 2016, Gold Coast, QLD Australia, 6 - 9 November 2016. Baulkham Hills, NSW Australia: Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia.
Hassall, Maureen E. and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2016). User-centered approach for producing quality Bow-Tie method. Safemining 2016, Santiago, Chile, 3-5 August 2016. Santiago, Chile: GECAMIN.
Fuller, R., Cliff, D. and Burgess-Limerick, R. (2015). The non-technical aspects of incident management decision-making. International Conference of Safety in Mines Research Institutes, Sudbury, ON, Canada, 24-27 October 2015. Sudbury, Canada: CIM.
Steiner, Lisa and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2015). The use of simulation for the human-centred design of underground coal mine bolting machines. 19th Triennial Congress of the IEA, Melbourne, VIC, Australia, 9-14 August 2015. Melbourne, VIC, Australia: Ergonomics Society of Australia.
Dodshon, Philippa and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2015). Application of the Bow Tie Analysis technique to enhancing the identification of risk controls during accident investigation activities. 19th Triennial Congress of the IEA, Melbourne, VIC, Australia, 9-14 August 2015. Melbourne, VIC, Australia: Ergonomics Society of Australia.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Lynas, Danellie (2015). Whole-body vibration associated with surface coal mining equipment. The 19th Triennial Congress of the International Ergonomics Association, Melbourne, Australia, 9-14 August 2015. International Ergonomics Association.
Horberry, Tim, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Steiner, Lisa (2015). Human-centred design for mining equipment and new technology. The 19th Triennial Congress of the International Ergonomics Association, Melbourme, Australia, 9-14 August 2015. International Ergonomics Association.
Narimoto, Lidiane Regina and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2015). Sugar-cane harvesting machine design 'in the field'. 19th Triennial Congress of the International Ergonomics Association, Melbourne, VIC, Australia, 9-14 August 2015. Melbourne, VIC, Australia: International Ergonomics Association.
Legge. J., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Peeters, G. (2015). Job-specific pre-employment functional capacity assessments predict musculoskeletal injury risk and ‘window for opportunity’ in healthy male coal mine workers. The 19th Triennial Congress of the International Ergonomics Association, Melbourne, Australia, 9-14 August 2015. International Ergonomics Association.
Wood, Joanne, Cliff, David and Burgess-Limerick, R. (2015). Translating road safety research on night-time visibility to the context of mining. 2015 Coal Operators’ Conference, Wollongong, NSW, Australia, 11-13 February 2015. Wollongong, NSW, Australia: The University of Wollongong.
Pazell, Sara, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Horberry, Tim and Davidson, Paul (2015). User-centred design for civil construction: optimising productivity by reducing safety and health risks associated with the operation and maintenance of on-road vehicles and mobile plant.. 19th Triennial Congress of the International Ergonomics Association., Melbourne, VIC, Australia, 9-14 August 2015. International Ergonomics Association.
Burgess-Limerick, R. and Joy, J. (2013). The earth moving equipment safety round table equipment design evaluation for equipment procurement process. 23rd World Mining Congress, Montreal, Canada, 11-15 August 2013. Montreal, Canada: Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum.
Cooke, T., Horberry, T. and Burgess-Limerick, R. (2012). Revisiting injury narratives to pinpoint human factor issues associated with surface mobile mining equipment. Occupational Safety in Transport Conference 2012, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia, 20-21 September 2012. Kelvin Grove, Qld., Australia: CARRS-Q, Queensland University of Technology.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2012). Control measures for avoiding collisions in underground mines. Occupational Safety in Transport Conference 2012, Gold Coast, Qld., Australia, 20-21 September 2012. Kelvin Grove, Qld., Australia: CARRS-Q, Queensland University of Technology.
Cloete, Steven, Zupanc, Christine, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Wallis, Guy (2012). Steering performance and dynamic complexity in a simulated underground mining vehicle. 56th Annual Meeting of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, Boston, MA, United States, 21-26 October 2012. Thousand Oaks, CA, United States: Sage Publications. doi: 10.1177/1071181312561386
Long, Jennifer, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Stapleton, Fiona (2012). Work-related musculoskeletal discomfort and injuries in Australian optometrists. 18th World Congress on Ergonomics, Recife, Brazil, 12-16 February 2012. Amsterdam, Netherlands: IOS Press. doi: 10.3233/WOR-2012-0399-1864
Long, Jennifer, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Stapleton, Fiona (2012). Work-related discomfort in the optometry profession-whose responsibility?. 48th Annual Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia Conference, Canberra, Australia, 11-14 November 2012.
Hill, A., Horswill, M. S., Plooy, A. M., Watson, M. O., Rowlands, L., Wallis, G. M., Riek, S. P., Burgess-Limerick, R., Zupanc, C. and Hewett, D. G. (2011). The development and validation of a colorectal polyp recognition test. Australian Gastroenterology Week 2011, Brisbane, Qld., Australia, 12-15 September 2011. Richmond, Vic., Australia: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Asia. doi: 10.1111/j.1440-1746.2011.06821.x
Riek, S. P., Plooy, A. M., Marinovic, W., Cresp, A., Hill, A., Wallis, G. M., Horswill, M. S., Burgess-Limerick, R., Watson, M. O. and Hewett, D. G. (2011). Validation of a novel training device for tip control in colonoscopy. Australian Gastroenterology Week 2011, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 12-15 September 2011. Richmond, VIC, Australia: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Asia. doi: 10.1111/j.1440-1746.2011.06821.x
Riek, Stephan, Plooy, Annaliesse M., Marinovic, Welber, Cresp, Alanna, Hill, Andrew, Wallis, Guy M., Ooi, Soong-Yuan J., Horswill, Mark S., Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Zupanc, Christine, Watson, Marcus O. and Hewett, David G. (2011). Tu1490 validation of a novel training device for tip control in colonoscopy. Digestive Diease Week 2011, Chicago, IL United States, 7-10 May 2011. Philadelphia, PA United States: Mosby. doi: 10.1016/j.gie.2011.03.981
Long, J., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Stapleton, F. (2010). Acceptance of participatory ergonomics in a healthcare setting. 46th Annual Conference of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia, Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, 31 October-3 November 2010. Baulkham Hills, NSW, Australia: Human Factors Ergonomics Society of Australia Inc..
Plooy, A. M., Cresp, A., Horswill, M. S., Hill, A., Riek, S. P., Wallis, G. M., Burgess-Limerick, R., Zupanc, C., Watson, M. O. and Hewett, D. G. (2010). The effects of augmented visual feedback on motor skill learning in colonoscopy. Australian Gastroenterology Week (AGW) 2010, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia, 20-23 October 2010. Carlton South, VIC, Australia: Blackwell Publishing Asia. doi: 10.1111/j.1440-1746.2010.06452.x
Karamatic, Rozemary, Hill, Andrew, Horswill, Mark S., Plooy, Annaliese M., Watson, Marcus O., Basit, Tabinda A., Wallis, Guy M., Riek, Stephan P., Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Zupanc, Christine and Hewett, David G. (2010). A systematic comparison of the realism of four colonoscopy simulators. Digestive Disease Week 2010, New Orleans, LA, United States, 1-5 May 2010. Mosby: Philadelphia, PA, United States. doi: 10.1016/j.gie.2010.03.638
Hewett, David G., Zupanc, Christine, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Karamatic, Rozemary, Riek, Stephan P., Wallis, Guy M., Plooy, Annaliese M., Horswill, Mark S., Hill, Andrew and Watson, Marcus O. (2010). A colonoscopy competency framework derived from task analysis. Digestive Disease Week 2010, New Orleans, LA, U.S.A., 1-5 May 2010. United States: Mosby. doi: 10.1016/j.gie.2010.03.428
Ooi, S. Y., Plooy, A. M., Cresp, A., Horswill, M. S., Hill, A., Riek, S. P., Burgess-Limerick, R., Zupanc, C., Wallis, G. M., Watson, M. O. and Hewett, D. G. (2010). Construct validity of a physical model colonoscopy simulator. Australian Gastroenterology Week (AGW) 2010, Gold Coast, QLD Australia, 20-23 October 2010. Richmond, VIC Australia: John Wiley & Sons.
Karamatic, R., Basit, T., Hill, A., Horswill, M. S., Watson, M.O., Plooy, A. M., Zupanc, C., Riek, S. P., Wallis, G. M., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Hewett, D. G. (2009). Colonoscopy looping management: does explicit instruction help?. 13th Annual Coolum Update 2009 in Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Coolum, Qld, Australia, 6-8 June 2009.
Grayson, J. and Burgess-Limerick, R. (2009). Risk factors likely to account for the gender differences in non-contact anterior cruciate ligament injury rates. 2009 Australian Conference of Science and Medicine in Sport - be active '09, Brisbane, 14-17 October, 2009. Mitchell, ACT: Sports Medicine Australia.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Krupenia, Veronica, Zupanc, Christine, Wallis, Guy and Steiner, Lisa (2009). Reducing control selection errors. Designing Futures - 45th Annual Conference of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia, Melbourne, 22-25 November, 2009. Eastwood, SA: SAPMEA.
Karamatic, R., Basit, T., Hill, A., Horswill, M. S., Watson, M. O., Plooy, A. M., Zupanc, C., Riek, S. P., Wallis, G. M., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Hewett, D. G. (2009). Colonoscopy looping management: Does explicit instruction help?. Australia & New Zealand Medical & Surgical Gastrointestinal Week 2009, Sydney, NSW, 21-24 October 2009. Richmond, Vic., Australia: Blackwell Publishing Asia. doi: 10.1111/j.1440-1746.2009.06053.x
Hill, A., Karamatic, R., Horswill, M. S., Watson, M. O., Basit, T., Plooy, A. M., Zupanc, C., Riek, S. P., Wallis, G. M., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Hewett, D. G. (2009). A systematic comparison of the realism of four colonoscopy simulators. Australian & New Zealand Medical & Surgical Gastrointestinal Week 2009, Sydney, NSW, 21-24 October, 2009. Richmond, Vic., Australia: Blackwell Publishing Asia. doi: 10.1111/j.1440-1746.2009.06053.x
Zupanc, C., Burgess-Limerick, R., Watson, M.O., Riek, S., Wallis, G., Plooy, A., Horswill, M., Hill, A., Karamatic, R. and Hewett, D.G. (2009). A colonoscopy competency framework derived from task analysis. Australia & New Zealand Medical & Surgical Gastrointestinal Week 2009, Sydney, NSW, 21-24 October 2009. Richmond, Vic.: Blackwell Publishing Asia.
Zupanc, Christine, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Riek, Stephan, Wallis, Guy, Plooy, Anna, Horswill, Mark, Hill, Andrew, Watson, Marcus, Karamatic, Rozemary and Hewett, David (2009). A colonoscopy competency framework derived from task analysis. Designing Futures - 45th Annual Conference of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia, Melbourne, VIC, Australia, 22-25 November, 2009. Eastwood, SA, Australia: SAPMEA.
Karamatic, R., Basit, T., Hill, A., Horswill, M. S., Watson, M.O., Plooy, A. M., Zupanc, C., Riek, S. P., Wallis, G. M., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Hewett, D. G. (2009). Colonoscopy looping management: Does explicit instruction help?. 14th National Prevocational Medical Education Forum, Southport, Gold Coast, Queensland, 15-18 November 2009.
Hill, A., Karamatic R., Horswill, M. S., Watson, M. O., Plooy, A. M., Basit, T., Zupanc, C., Riek, S. P., Wallis, G. M., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Hewett, D. G. (2009). A systematic comparison of the realism of four colonoscopy simulators. Royal Brisbane Hospital Research Symposium, Brisbane, Australia, 2009.
Krupenia, V .K. E., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Wallis G. (2008). Principles for designing control levers. 44th Annual Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia Conference 2008, HFESA 2008, Adelaide, SA Australia, 17-19 November 2008. Baulkham Hills, NSW Australia: HFESA.
Zupanc, C., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Wallis, G. (2008). Strategy affects compatibility: Evidence from a coal mine shuttle car simulator. 44th Human Factors and Ergonomics Conference (Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia), Adelaide, Australia, 17-19 November, 2008. Baulkham Hills, Australia: HFESA.
Hill, A., Horswill, M., Hewett, D., Plooy, A., Wallis, G., Burgess-Limerick, R., Watson, M. and Riek, S. (2008). Describing and understanding skill in virtual colonoscopy. Simulation - Realising the Potential, Brisbane, 8-11 September, 2008. Brisbane: Australian Society for Simulation in Healthcare.
Zupanc, C., Burgess-Limerick, R. J. and Wallis, G. (2007). Age and compatibility effects on steering error and reaction time performance: Evidence from a coal mine shuttle car simulator. 43rd Annual Conference of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia. A Healthy Society: Safe, Satisfied and Productive, Perth, Western Australia, Australia, 26-28 November 2007. Baulkham Hills: Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia.
Legge, J. and Burgess-Limerick, R. (2007). A longitudinal study investigating the validity of pre-employment functional testing. A Healthy Society: Safe, Satisfied and Productive, Perth, 26-28 November, 2007. Baulkham Hills: Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia.
Coleman, J., Straker, L., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Pollock, C. (2007). ITKids: Is paper IT work more physically variable than computer IT work for children?. A Healthy Society: Safe, Satisfied and Productive, Perth, 26-28 November, 2007. Baulkham Hills: Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia.
Straker, L., Pollock, C., Burgess-Limerick, R. and Egeskov, R. (2007). An introduction to ManTRA: A tool for manual task risk assessment. A Healthy Society: Safe, Satisfied and Productive, Perth, 26-28 November, 2007. Baulkham Hills: Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia.
Zupanc, Christine, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Wallis, Guy (2007). Age and compatibility effects on steering error and reaction time performance: Evidence from a coal mine shuttle car simulator. 43rd Annual Conference of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia 2007, HFESA 2007, Perth, Western Australia, 26 -28 November 2007. Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia.
Burgess-Limerick, R. J. (2006). Equipment related injuries in NSW underground coal mines. New Technology: Putting Macro and Micro into Context, Sydney NSW Australia, 20-22 November 2006. Baulkham Hills: The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia.
Burgess-Limerick, R J and Cook, C. J. (2006). Three current issues in office ergonomics: Visual display height, pointing devices and forearm support. Maastricht, 10-14 July, 2006. Madison, WI: International Ergonomics Association.
Burgess-Limerick, R. J. (2006). Identifying injury risks associated with underground coal mining equipment. Maastricht, 10-14 July, 2006. Madison, WI: International Ergonomics Association.
Straker, L., Burgess-Limerick, R J, Pollock, C., Coleman, J.L. and Skoss, R. (2006). IT kids: Is a high computer display more physically demanding for children?. Maastricht, 10-14 July, 2006. Madison, WI: International Ergonomics Association.
McGaw, M. and Burgess-Limerick, R J (2006). Coal train driver eye movement when approaching signals. Maastricht, 10-14 July, 2006. Madison, WI: International Ergonomics Association.
Legge, J. B. and Burgess-Limerick, R J (2006). Pre-employment and periodic functional testing: A review of the evidence. New Technology: Putting Macro and Micro into Context, Sydney, 20-22 November, 2006. Baulkham Hills: The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia.
Zupanc, Christine M., Burgess-Limerick, Robin J. and Wallis, Guy (2006). Performance consequences of alternating directional control-response compatibility: Evidence from a coal mine shuttle car simulator. New Technology: Putting Macro and Micro into Context, Sydney, 20-22 November, 2006. Baulkham Hills: The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia.
Coleman, J.L., Straker, L. and Burgess-Limerick, R J (2006). ITKids: Is paper IT work more physically demanding than computer IT work for children?. New Technology: Putting Macro and Micro into Context, Sydney, 20-22 November, 2006. Baulkham Hills: The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia.
Coleman, Jemma L., Straker, Leon M. and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2006). ITKids: Is paper IT work more physically demanding than computer IT work for children?. 42nd Annual Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia Conference 2006, HFESA 2006, Sydney, NSW, Australia, 20-22 November 2006.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Dennis, Gary, Straker, Leon, Pollock, Clare, Leveritt, Sue and Johnson, Suzanne (2005). Participative ergonomics for manual tasks in coal mining. Queensland Mining Industry Health and Safety Conference, Jupiters Hotel and Casino, Townsville, 14-17 August, 05.
Burgess-Limerick, R. J. (2005). Reducing injury risks associated with underground coal mining equipment. Health and Safety Mining Research for a Sustainable Future, Brisbane, 2-5 October, 2005. Brisbane: Simtars.
Burgess-Limerick, R. J., Straker, L., Pollock, C., Dennis, G. J., Leveritt, S.J.R. and Johnson, S. (2005). Participative ergonomics for manual tasks in coal mining. Health and Safety Mining Research for a Sustainable Future, Brisbane, 2-5 October, 2005. Brisbane: Simtars.
Zupanc, C., Burgess-Limerick, R. J. and Wallis, G. (2005). Steering errors and movement time while driving a underground coal mine shuttle car in virtual reality. Health and Safety Mining Research for a Sustainable Future, Brisbane, 2-5 October, 2005. Brisbane: Simtars.
Bacon, D. and Burgess-Limerick, R. J. (2003). Evaluation of primary school seating in Australian schools. Back to Basics, Brisbane, Narrabundah, ACT: HFESA.
Burgess-Limerick, R. J., Egeskov, R., Straker, L., Pollock, C. and Brown, W. J. (2001). Project update: Evaluation of an ergonomics program intervention to prevent injuries due to manual tasks - PerforM. Better Integration: Bringing Research and Practice Together, Sydney, NSW, 27-30 November, 2001. Downer, ACT: The Ergonomics Society of Australia Inc..
Mccarthy, A., Burgess-Limerick, R. J., Hooper, I. D. and Vicenzino, B.G.T. (2000). A possible link between shoulder muscle imbalance and rib injury in rowing athletes. International Congress on Sport Science, Sports Medicine and Physical Education, Brisbane, 7-12 September 2000. Belconnen, ACT: Sports Medicine Australia.
Burgess-Limerick, R (2000). Individual differences and injury prevention through ergonomic interventions. 3rd National Conference on Injury Prevention and Control, Brisbane Australia, May 09-12, 1999. HERSTON: UNIV QUEENSLAND, SCH MED, CTR NATL RES DISABIL & REHAB MED.
Burgess-Limerick, R. J., Shemmell, J. B., Abernethy, A. B. and Carson, R. G. (1999). Spontaneous transitions in repetitive lifting and lowering. The Second International Cyberspace Conference on Ergonomics, Curtin Univ., Perth, 15 Sept-15 Oct, 1999. Curtin Univ. of Technology, Perth: The Int. Ergonomics Association Press.
Hooper, I. D., Burgess-Limerick, R. J. and Vicenzino, G. (1999). Kinematic differences between elite and school age rowers: Implications for lumbar spine injury. Musculo-Skeletal Injuries: Prevention, Management and Rehabilitation, Coolum, 1-3 May, 1999. St Lucia: Sports Medicine Aust. (Qld. Branch).
Burgess-Limerick, R. J. (1999). Squat, stoop, or something in between?. The Second International Cyberspace Conference on Ergonomics, Curtin Univ., Perth, 15 Sept-15 Oct, 1999. Curtin Univ. of Technology, Perth: The Int. Ergonomics Association Press.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Plooy, Anna and Mon-Williams, Mark (1998). The effect of vertical visual target location on head and neck posture. Annual Conference of the Ergonomics Society, Cirencester, U.K., 1-3 April 1998. London, UK: Taylor & Francis.
Creative Work
Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Westerfield, M. (2014). Whole body vibration. Buffalo, NY, USA: Byte Works.
Thesis
Burgess-Limerick, Robin (1994). Manual lifting coordination. PhD Thesis, School of Human Movement Studies, The University of Queensland. doi: 10.14264/366341
Research Reports
Haight, Joel and Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2024). Automation experience with a global perspective – an assessment of the automation impact on worker safety and health. Pittsburgh, PA, United States: University of Pittsburgh.
Pazell, Sara, Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Boyle, Mike (2023). Human Factors Aspects of Tyre Handling Equipment Design and Operation Examined within an EMESRT Control Framework Approach. Brisbane, QLD Australia: ACARP.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Bialkowski, Konstanty (2023). Continuous Monitoring of Whole-Body Vibration and Jolts and Jars Associated with Operating Earth Moving Equipment at Surface Coal Mines. Brisbane, QLD Australia: ACARP.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin (2022). Case-study of human-centred design of new technology in mining. Brisbane, QLD Australia: ACARP.
Hassall, Maureen, Seligmann, Ben, Burgess-Limerick, Robin, Lynas, Danellie and Haight, Joel (2022). Human-system integration risk assessment for automation in mining. St Lucia, QLD, Australia: The University of Queensland.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin J. (2016). Assessing the whole-body vibration exposures of underground coal miners. Argenton NSW Australia: Coal Services Health & Safety Trust.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin and Lynas, Danellie (2016). Managing whole-body vibration at surface coal mines: Final Report, March 2016. Brisbane, QLD, Australia: Minerals Industry Safety and Health Centre, Sustainable Minerals Institute, The University of Queensland.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin J. (2016). Bowtie analysis of mining fatalities to identify priority control technologies. Atlanta, GA United States: US National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.
Burgess-Limerick, Robin J. (2014). Developing and validating an affordable whole body vibration measurement device. Argenton NSW Australia: Coal Services Health & Safety Trust.