Spring is upon us, and with the change in weather, people are starting to hit the road for vacations and taking those much anticipated summer road trips. We gather our…

In Alberta, and throughout Canada, there are large number of people who work in construction and construction trade services. These jobs are an important part of our economy and serve…

The knee is highly susceptible to injury especially when working in industrial settings that are characterized by work completed in outdoor environments. Work in outdoor environments may expose the individual…

Returning an injured worker to their job is often a complex process. Ideally there are two critical pieces on information. 1) A complete and up to date Job Demands Analysis…

Modified work, according to Workers’ Compensation Board – Alberta, is temporary changes to regular job duties as a result of injury, which may include: changes to work tasks, environment, work…

As the streets and sidewalks begin to be covered with snow and ice, and the risk of slips and falls increases. Whether walking is a requirement for work, used as…

Many people enjoy working in a reclined or recumbent posture while performing computer work. The reclined posture may benefit the lower back in some instances, but it can also create…

Using stability balls in place of an office chair is common in many offices. As Ergonomists, we are often approached by employers to provide advice and policies regarding whether stability…