Stretching Programs and Microbreaks As A Preventative Strategy for Ergonomics– Are They Worth the Investment?
The implementation of a stretching program as a preventative strategy for ergonomics has long been a source of debate, as research has been inconclusive in finding positive outcomes to preventing workplace injuries through in-house stretching programs. So why are companies in every industry still investing time and money on stretching...
Addressing “Tech Neck” In Musculoskeletal Disorder Prevention
In today’s digital workplace, organizations face increasing challenges related to musculoskeletal disorder prevention (MSD), with “tech neck” emerging as a significant concern for employee health and productivity. This modern workplace injury, while not an official medical diagnosis, represents a cluster of MSDs affecting the neck and upper back, directly impacting...
Amp up your Ergonomics Awareness Training
Why should your staff be involved in Ergonomics Awareness Training? Front-line staff have a deep understanding of the work they do every day and are often an “untapped” resource in ergonomic intervention and change. People inherently look for ways to make their life easier and workers know the parts of...
Choosing A Keyboard That Offers The Best In Office Ergonomics
When it comes to choosing a keyboard for optimal keyboard ergonomics, there are numerous options designed to enhance office ergonomics. With so many choices, how do you know which one is right for you? The concept of keyboard ergonomics dates back to the 1920s when it was suggested that splitting...
The Benefits of Workplace Ergonomics: How They Save Time And Money
Assessing the value of workplace ergonomics is no easy task. Workplace ergonomics, the scientific discipline concerned with the interaction between the worker and the different elements of their workstation/task, plays a crucial role in enhancing both employee well-being and business efficiency. Employers understand the benefits workplace ergonomics can have on...
Upgrade Your Ergonomic Program With The MSD Prevention Checklist
When was the last time you took a deeper look at your ergonomic program and the MSD Prevention Practices at your workplace? In the last five years, many workplaces put ergonomics on the back burner due to higher priority concerns related to COVID-19. Now, we’re seeing workplaces revive their MSD...
The Advantages Of Sit-Stand Workstations For Office Ergonomics
“Sitting is the New Smoking,” “Too Much Sitting is Bad for Your Health,” “The Dangers of Sitting at Work”; these headlines are in the media everywhere we turn and make you question proper office ergonomics. While these headlines are sensationalist, there is also a certain truth to them as maintaining...
How To Do A Thorough Job Demands Assessment
Think about a previous job accommodation or Return to Work case completed within your organization. You most likely referenced an existing, or completed a new, Physical Demands Assessment (PDA) to determine whether the job was an ideal fit with the employee’s physical abilities or if any modifications were necessary to...
