Ergonomics, also known as human factors engineering is all about the interaction between the person and his or her work environment. In Latin ergon-work + nomos-laws.
THE GOAL of an ergonomic risk assessment is to increase your productivity and reduce your risk of work related pain and injury.
IDENTIFYING THE RISK EARLY and preventing early work-related musculoskeletal disorders is ideal. The best time for an ergonomic assessment is when you are planning your new work area. A good time is when continuing to work in existing circumstances becomes uncomfortable, unproductive or impossible due to pain or discomfort.
When you suspect that incorrect postures, habits or workstation setup are causing you musculoskeletal pain or preventing you from working, it is time to call for an ergonomic consultation. Upper and lower back pain, neck and shoulder pain and work related upper limb disorders (WRULD’s) such as carpal tunnel syndrome are common complaints among computer users.
Prolonged exposure to the risks behind the pain increases the likelihood of short and long term disability.
ERGONOMICS IS MORE THAN JUST OFFICE FURNITURE. Office ergonomics begins and ends with the human factor. It is not only about furniture and technology. Often simple and inexpensive changes in your workplace combined with increased awareness can significantly reduce pain and injury that result from remaining static or from repetitive tasks such as typing.
OUR APPROACH IS HOLISTIC. We recommend changes to your posture and workplace habits. We look at your lifestyle and suggest changes that work for YOU.
An ergonomic consultation begins with a discussion of your specific situation. We observe you at work. We photograph you and take videos. We take the time to understand your specific concerns and complaints. We recommend solutions that are customized for your situation and can help you source all equipment and services.
CONTACT ME to ask about an assessment or presentation.