ergonomics

September 16, 2024

Ensuring Proper Workplace Ergonomics

October is recognized as National Ergonomics Month. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the purpose of this yearly initiative is to raise awareness of and help reduce occupational injuries caused by poor workstation design. Ergonomics is the science of fitting a workspace to an individual’s needs to increase efficiency while reducing...

August 3, 2023

Back to Basics: Remote Work Ergonomics

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work became increasingly more common and has been incorporated into many organizations. Employees can now either work entirely from home, or in a hybrid setting where they only visit the office sometimes. Safety professionals must be aware of the hazards that can occur in home offices and workspaces, specifically regarding...

June 2, 2023

Is My Computer Setup Ergonomically Correct?

Whether we are back at the office or working from home, we often slip into bad office posture habits when it comes to how we work at our computers. The Mayo Clinic offers advice on how to set the proper positioning when using a computer in order to up y avoid some of the health...