The paper analyzed the selected determinantas of ergonomics work related to employ the women, compared to men employed respectively. It should be noted that the scope of work performed by women in most cases is different from the work for men. Among women with higher education, the employment rate is much lower than for men. Women take mainly light and medium duty, while men do the hard and medium-hard work. Analysis of employment also focuses attention on discrimination against women. Currently, there is an increase in professional activity among both women and men. Working time, the scope and manner of tasks entrusted to working women, especially single parents, should be closely tailored to their needs and psycho-physical capabilities which should be consistent with the principles of ergonomics.