October 10, 2019
Effective ergonomics processes emphasize both improvement and prevention – reducing ergonomics risks in existing operations while ensuring the ergonomics acceptability of new products and equipment. Ergonomic […]
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September 26, 2019
Successful ergonomics improvement programs include at least these 4 steps: Identifying Potential Ergonomics Issues Ergonomics Assessment Tools Controlling Ergonomics Risks Cost Justifying Ergonomic Improvements If your […]
September 18, 2019
Successful workplace ergonomics programs drive improvements that reduce ergonomics risk while making jobs easier, effective and less painful for workers. Since Lean and Six Sigma programs […]
September 11, 2019
Successful ergonomics initiatives are designed to drive workplace ergonomics improvements that reduce risk while making jobs easier and less painful for workers. A robust approach that […]
July 18, 2019
What’s the difference between an ergonomics checklist and an ergonomics assessment tool, and when should one or the other be used? In general, they may seem […]
July 17, 2019
Ergonomics can be challenging, particularly when trying to assess ergonomics in non-repetitive (non-cyclical) jobs. Here we offer a few tips you can start using today. For […]
July 1, 2019
Ergonomics is an improvement process that, when successful, achieves meaningful outcomes such as less muscle fatigue, increased productivity, and reduced number and severity of work-related MSDs […]
June 20, 2019
What can you control? Improving ergonomics for field workers pays back by reducing risk exposure and improving job performance. This infographic captures the main things you […]
June 17, 2019
Ergonomics assessment of repetitive work – where the work area, materials, and tools are consistent and cycles are short enough that you can observe the activity […]
December 15, 2004
December 14, 2004
Researchers find that regardless of how much time a person uses a computer, the risk of pain is still there.
December 13, 2004
A look at how keyboards by Key Ovation can make a positive impact on worker comfort and ultimately workplace productivity.
December 10, 2004
December 8, 2004
Studies say that individual worker stress may also be a factor affecting worker productivity and injury rates. So how can ergonomics principals be employed to resolve the problem of stress in the workplace?
December 8, 2004
New study says age and gender aren't factors in workplace MSDs but stress is.
December 7, 2004
Disney's new computer for kids comes with a pint-sized keyboard, mouse, and applications and accessories to match. Oh, and the requisite pair of ears, too.
December 6, 2004
Recent NIOSH grant targets research on safety and ergonomics in the construction industry.
December 3, 2004
New set of studies finds that regardless of how it's done, talking while driving is dangerous, but listening is okay.