Category Archives: Ergo Tips

Ergonomic suggestions for a control panel

Posted on July 13, 2010 by

Last week I discussed an assessment that was conducted on a control panel for workers at a manufacturing plant. The control board was large, causing reaching for controls, awkward postures of the trunk and neck to see around or over … Continue reading →

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Ergonomic control panel suggestions for control operators

Posted on July 6, 2010 by lorelh

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

Posted on May 13, 2010 by lorelh

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

Posted on May 11, 2010 by lorelh

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 →

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Recommendations for low sitting tolerance due to back surgery

Posted on April 20, 2010 by

Returning to work from a low back injury and surgery requires a special chair to handle a low tolerance to prolonged sitting at a desk. Continue reading →

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Proper hand tools can reduce risks of musculoskeletal disorders on the job.

Posted on March 17, 2010 by

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. Continue reading →

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Choose an ergonomic consulting firm that best understands your needs.

Posted on March 11, 2010 by

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? Continue reading →

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Ergonomic audit or assessment? Understanding what you need.

Posted on March 3, 2010 by erinw

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. Continue reading →

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A suitable work station for employees who alternate tasks regularly

Posted on January 29, 2010 by erinw

Recently one of our ergonomists conducted an audit for a client’s employee who frequently alternated tasks from the computer, to handling documents, to using the phone. The employee found she was feeling discomfort, possibly affecting job performance. Here are the … Continue reading →

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EWI Works’ Ergonomic Toolbox Minutes now available!

Posted on January 5, 2010 by lorelh

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 →

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