Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Europe Chapter
Bad Ergonomics - Example 66

Hidden switch

If something requires additional indications/notes/signs, it is quite clear that design was not optimal. This I encountered in a hotel room.

switch note
A note on this light, "Schalter" is German for "Switch"

switch note
And there it is, nicely hidden. Perhaps okay at home, but not ideal for a hotel room.

submitted by Dick de Waard

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