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February 2, 2022
Article Highlights: Fatigue Failure theory is a new ergonomics theory about how workers develop MSDs Three recently developed ergonomics assessment tools — LiFFT, DUET and The […]
July 16, 2021
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company has conducted numerous studies over several decades that help identify and reduce risk of injury related to manual material tasks like lifting, […]
May 13, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many employees to stay home, and others to work reduced schedules. This extended time away from work may result in some […]
May 12, 2020
A step-by-step guide to planning an effective ergonomics process at a company site or facility. This is a brief summary article — for more detail and […]
February 6, 2020
“Designing in” workplace ergonomics is viewed as an integral part of an effective ergonomics process. Non-office workplace environments are constantly changing – and new ergonomics challenges […]
January 28, 2020
Wearable exoskeletons and ergonomics are getting a lot of attention lately. Exoskeletal devices have already shown great promise and success as rehabilitation and disability solutions, and […]
December 16, 2019
Here’s a list of ergonomics standards, guidelines, regulations and compliance resources. It was last updated on January 29, 2020. The list is comprehensive, but we’ve surely […]
November 18, 2019
Managing ergonomics at a site requires a lot of planning, coordination, and communication. An effective ergonomics improvement initiative relies on contributions of people throughout the organization […]
November 4, 2019
A well constructed site ergonomics plan is critical for ensuring that everyone involved in the ergonomics process understands what needs to occur, and who is responsible […]
February 28, 2005
Study finds that computerized decision-making systems can help reduce errors in healthcare.
February 25, 2005
February 23, 2005
Looking to replace an old monitor? Experts and users offer their input on the ergonomics considerations of the LCD monitor in relation to the traditional CRT.
February 23, 2005
Report indicates that seniors are racking up injuries faster than ever and should be made more aware of injury potential, particularly in seemingly safe locations.
February 23, 2005
Tips for making computer work easier on the workers' eyes (originally appeared in The Ergonomics ReportTM on November 17, 2004).
February 21, 2005
Newly-developed devices modeled after slithering creatures could help improve the way certain medical, and non-medical, procedures are performed.
February 18, 2005
New study suggests that giving out free ear plugs at rock concerts could reduce potential hearing loss for attendees, but how many attendees are really willing to use them?
February 16, 2005
It doesn't always take a team of professionals to improve upon a design. The Ergonomics Report looks at what happens when the user of a tool develops an idea, from start to finish, of how it could become something even better.
February 16, 2005
FabLabs, MIT's miniature manufacturing plants, could help turn concepts like a single, customized ergonomic tool, into a reality for almost anyone.