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 […]
February 15, 2005
Researchers find that tingling and numbness in the hands of computer operators may not be the result of nerve compression.
February 15, 2005
Not sure if you should go to the trouble of developing a custom tool or a retro-fit? One custom-tool and retrofitting company gives The Ergonomics ReportTM reasons regarding why, and when, you should consider creating your own tool for the job.
February 14, 2005
8th Annual Applied Ergonomics Conference opens registration for its free 'Applied Ergonomics In an Outsourced World' audio conference.
February 11, 2005
New study claims steroid injections are as effective as surgery for the medical treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome.
February 9, 2005
February 9, 2005
Annual warning labels contest gives credence to analyzing the intended user for product design while also reminding users that toilet brushes are never to be mistaken for toothbrushes.
February 7, 2005
International Ergonomics Association announces its call for entries for its 2005 IEA/Liberty Mutual Prize and its IEA Fellow Award.
February 4, 2005
UK company promises computer comfort with its hip computer center that's anything but a workstation.
February 2, 2005
As companies and their critics battle over the trend towards zero-tolerance smoking policies, there's one fact to smoking that both companies and critics consistently fail to mention: the link between smoking and back pain and other musculoskeletal disorders. The Ergonomics ReportTM delves deeper into the intriguing association between workplace injuries and smoking