A Guide to Identifying MSD Hazards in the Workplace
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD’s) are among the most common and costly workplace injuries. Many MSD hazards are subtle and develop gradually through forceful exertions, awkward or sustained postures, repetitive motions, vibration, and contact stress. When workers are exposed to these hazards repeatedly or for long durations, the body may not have...
Elevating Workplace Success with Cognitive Demands Assessments – A Proactive Approach
In today’s rapidly evolving workplaces, understanding the cognitive skills required for a job is just as essential as the physical skills. Many organizations already use Physical Demands Assessments to understand the physical requirements of their jobs. A Cognitive Demands Assessment helps workplaces understand cognitive skills such as attention, memory, problem-solving,...
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...
