Injuries don’t always happen suddenly on the worksite. Many times they are caused when exposed to a risk over a long period of time - such as the case with hand tools that can damage the soft tissues of the hand. Next time you are in the market for hand tools, keep these points in mind.

Choosing the right ergonomic consulting firm goes beyond professional designations and experience. You also have to consider how a firm operates its own business and how it treats its employees. How can a consulting firm provide services that have you and your employees’ best interests in mind if it does not practice the same?

You know you need an ergonomist to come in and look at an employee’s workstation, but you don’t fully understand the difference between an audit or an assessment. There’s a big difference depending on the situation. Here’s how to determine what you might need before making the call.