Photo of the day: Position for safety and comfort-Safety Tips
Although sitting requires less physical effort than standing or walking, it puts stress on the lumbar area. Over time, the…
Tag: Ergonomics
Photo of the day: Sitting at work
Many workers are spending more time sitting at work in low activity jobs. Those who spend long periods in a…
Photo of the day: musculoskeletal disorders
Ergonomics can be complicated, but this article provides a simple explanation all employees can understand. Ergonomic controls are used in…
E-Books: Ergonomics and Psychology Developments in Theory and Practice
Drawing on the work of experts from diverse branches of ergonomics and psychology. Ergonomics and psychology lay the foundation for…
Common Orthopedic Injuries at Work
Accidents can happen anytime and anywhere. Even people with cozy desk jobs aren’t safe from workplace injuries. While it’s true…
E-Books: Occupational Ergonomics A Practical Approach
Occupational Ergonomics A Practical Approach by Cheryl A. Wilhelmsen. The book contains all the important building blocks of occupational ergonomics…
Photo of the day: Top10 Injuries in office work
At first glance, you may not think there’s much risk associated with office jobs. There’s no heavy machinery in offices…
Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) in the Prep Kitchen
Your body is made up of muscles, bones, tendons, joints, and other tissues. This is called the musculoskeletal system. When…
Workplace Wellness Initiatives to Improve Workplace Safety
Workplace injuries are expensive. The 2017 Liberty Mutual Workplace Safety Index reported that U.S. businesses spent more than a billion dollars each…
Musculoskeletal Disorders Risk Factors
According to the Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2011, companies in the United States spent approximately 45 to…
What are some of the guidelines around using back support belts in the workplace?
Q:What are some of the guidelines around using back support belts in the workplace? A:According to the Centers for Disease Control…
Dust Control in Manufacturing 5 best Practices
For many workers, the hazards they face on the job aren’t limited to the equipment and tools they use. Environmental…
Biological Hazard Control
Biological hazards are rarely given as much attention as other types of workplace hazards, yet they are present anywhere a…
Oil & extraction: hazards, controls & resources -Safety Moment#22
According to Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data, in 2016 there are currently between 150,000 and 160,000 people employed in oil &…
Templates:Ergonomics Program and Ergonomic Assessment Tool
The implementation of an effective ergonomics program includes a commitment by the employer to provide the visible involvement of top…
Understanding RF radiation-Safety Moment#19
For most workers, radiofrequency radiation – an invisible type of non-ionizing radiation used to transmit wireless information – isn’t something…
66 Safety Tips at work-Safety Moment#17
Different Work Places have Many and Different hazards with high probability of occurrence if there is no proper control measure to…
E-Books:Easy Ergonomics:booklet
Easy Ergonomics A Practical Approach for Improving the Workplace was developed by the Education and Training Unit, Cal/OSHA Consultation Service,…
A Model for Managing Workplace Ergonomics ISO45001
A disheartening reality for many safety and ergonomics professionals is that many of their initiatives ultimately become the victims of…
Keys to Sustainable Safety and Ergonomics
A disheartening reality for many safety and ergonomics professionals is that many of their initiatives ultimately become the victims of…
Ergonomics Near Misses
Integrating ergonomics into a near-miss program involves identifying musculoskeletal disorder risk factors and empowering employees. [xt_networks force_original_colors="yes"] Follow Us am…
Five Steps to Improve Ergonomics in the Office
Managing the unique challenges found in today’s offices involves increasing your awareness of ergonomics challenges and following an improvement process.…