September 29, 2008
In September California became the eighth state to ban text messaging behind the wheel, a follow-up move to pin drivers' attention on the road.
September 24, 2008
Occupational health articles written since 1949 that have been referred to 100 or more times in research studies revealed that four of the top 10 most cited scientific investigations involved ergonomic concerns and occupation musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
September 22, 2008
Two experts from Finland recently expressed concern that today's design in that country doesn't reflect size gains in the population, while accommodating an ever narrower range of physical characteristics.
September 17, 2008
Conversations in September with spokespeople from organizations on opposite sides of the ergonomics regulation issue suggest a rematch is inevitable when the administration in Washington DC changes on January 20, 2009.
September 14, 2008
Tools, parts and equipment weigh
September 10, 2008
Most of the discussion about computer monitor position involves vertical height relative to the operator. But what impact does a screen have when angled to the right or left?
September 9, 2008
The United States Chamber of Commerce will hold a Forum entitled "Ergonomics in the 21st Century: Toward a New Paradigm" on September 12, 2008, in Washington, D.C. The meeting will serve to re-energize an anti-regulation group and to report new research it believes strengthens their political positions.
September 8, 2008
Opponents are girding to do battle against Michigan's new proposed ergonomics standard. The see it as a drain on the state's bottom line.
September 3, 2008
The wealth of media coverage of the Beijing Olympics shows both a flawless product and questionable judging. This was a problem China inherited.