MY interest and attention to ergonomics began as the consequence of managing workplace injuries within the Risk Management division of a large high-tech company 10 years ago. Ergonomics was still ...

The goal of a well-designed assessment tool is to take the information that has been gained through research on the causes and impact of strain on the human system, and organize questions, ...

As ergonomics increasingly becomes a core component of safety programs around the country, the methods used to evaluate and define the ergonomics risk present in a job develop into a critical element ...

Office ergonomics evaluations conducted by Northwestern certified ergonomics office assessors are provided at no cost. However, certain cases may be referred to a third-party vendor for additional ...

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) represent a significant public health challenge globally, affecting a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, construction and office-based work.

Work-related chronic musculoskeletal pain and injuries are widespread among surgeons, primarily stemming from suboptimal operating room ergonomics. This project aimed to define the prevalence of such ...