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- Office Ergonomics course available in Edmonton June 26 & 27, 2012
- Certified ergonomists advise on the impact of the tablet
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- EWI Works’ office ergonomics course available May 9th and 10th 2012 in Calgary, AB
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Create balance in your life to beat stress
EWI’s latest blog is a long time coming – last few months have been very hectic, so here’s a good piece on the importance of fighting stress through finding balance in your busy schedule. Continue reading
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Kirsten Willms now CCPE certified Ergonomist!
This news is a little late but we just wanted to share the news with everyone that EWI Calgary’s Kirsten Willms is now officially a Canadian Certified Professional Ergonomist. This is also exciting for the rest of us as EWI … Continue reading
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Ergonomic control panel suggestions for control operators
Find out how a control panel design increased the risk of awkward postures that could lead to MSIs in Control Operators. Continue reading
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The pros and cons of the iPad
There’s a lot of negativity toward the new iPad – but it’s usefulness depends on what you are using it for and for how long. Continue reading
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Using Cognitive Ergonomics in our everyday lives
Many of us think that erognomics is for the workplace – but we can see it in our everyday lives as well. Cognitive Ergonomics helps ensure our safety as well as makes our life easier – and can reduce customer complaints for manufacturers! Continue reading
Technology stepping in to curb cell phone use when driving
In times where our addiction to connectivity is putting up road blocks for the crusade against cell phone use and driving, cutting edge technology is being developed to disable cell phones when in a moving vehicle to make roads safer. Continue reading
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EWI Works’ Ergonomic Toolbox Minutes now available!
EWI Works can help reinforce your health and safety initiatives with our free Toolbox Minutes. Hand them out at your safety meetings, brown bag sessions or post them on your corporate intranet! Contact us if you want a monthly subscription at info@ewiworks.com! Continue reading
Techniques for hospital workers to minimize reaching
We’re developing a manual handling course for hospital workers – learn some techniques to reduce reaching and the pain and strain on your shoulders! Continue reading
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H1N1: Are you prepared for your employees working from home?
Organizations are now asking employees to work from home if they’re sick thanks to H1N1. However, they must consider if their employees are working at a properly set up workstation to reduce risks of injuries such as musculoskeletal disorders. Do you have an action plan for telecommute workers? Continue reading
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Applying office ergonomics to teenagers
Teens busy doing homework or playing video games on the computer are just as prone to developing overuse injuries as adults. That’s why it’s wise to invest in good seating and apply sound ergonomic advice to the home workstation environment. Continue reading
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