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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 […]
July 29, 2009
When is (1+1) > 2? A recent Canadian study reveals an interactive affect of two risk factors among computer workers.
July 27, 2009
When it comes to unsafe driving, a new study sees little difference between using a hands-free cell phone and using a hands-on type.
July 20, 2009
For the third time, a bill that calls for safe patient handling throughout the national healthcare system is in the early stages of the legislative process. A coalition has formed to keep it on track.
July 15, 2009
A state of Washington study reveals both a positive and negative finding relative to the cost of occupational back injury/disorders among union carpenters.
July 13, 2009
You're invited to share your ideas for improving the ANSI/HFES 100 standard, Human Factors Engineering of Computer Workstations.
July 8, 2009
The news headlines can be read as a map of the journey of the profession through a host of emerging fields, and as a guide to ways the ergonomist message can find high places in the future.
July 6, 2009
A recent study of nose-less bicycle seats should be good news for bicyclists who value their virility.
July 1, 2009
A Northwestern University study indicates that an "off-Loading sitting posture" may reduce sitting related low back pain.