Setting up a home office that is both ergonomic and conducive to productivity can be a challenge, but it is well worth the effort. An ergonomic home office can help prevent discomfort and injuries, increase productivity, and make work more…
Category: Ergonomics
Remote Work: How to Help Your Employees Work From Home
Working from home. Telecommunicating. Working Remotely. Whatever you want to call it, people working at home continues to grow in popularity. And the risk of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) has employers thinking about new operational processes, some for the first time.…
How to Prevent MSDs – The Number One Workplace Injury
Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) are the number one workplace injury in Canada. They account for the most lost-time injury claims and the most lost-time workdays. In 2017, MSDs cost Ontario employers $72 million in claim related expenses and resulted in 462,000…
7 Simple Tips for Improving Workplace Ergonomics
Workplace Ergonomics is often overlooked when assessing potential hazards, as injuries caused by poor ergonomic practices are usually less visible than those from falls or exposure to chemicals. However, they can be just as damaging over time. Understanding how ergonomics…