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The article discusses the library ergonomics and modern design technologies in nine departmental libraries of an academic institution in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. The library shelving, collection arrangement, environmental conditions, and fire safety in the academic libraries are measured as well as user satisfaction with library services and resources. The methodology used in the research included measurements of the shelving and storage space, dry-bulb and natural wet bulb, illumination level, noise level, and checklists. It was found that the academic libraries in the survey didn't meet modern ergonomic standards. Several recommendations for improvement are given.

The article presents a study which examines the library collection arrangement and shelving in academic libraries in West Bengal, India. The noise level was measured with the use of a Sound Level meter and responses of library users were gathered with the use of a modified user response checklist. The study shows that shelving in the chosen libraries occupies more than 50% of the total space of the library, lessening the reading and libraries' functional spaces.