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Category Archives: Ergonomics
by Laura Dietrich, Certified Professional Ergonomist As an ergonomic consultant, I often start a site visit by taking a tour of the manufacturing facility that is requesting the ergonomic evaluation. Over the years, I have noticed several ‘mistakes’ that are … Continue reading
by Laura Dietrich, Certified Professional Ergonomist If you plan to establish an ergonomic committee at your workplace, here are five things that will help to ensure a successful start-up for the committee: #5 – Management Support The most important condition … Continue reading
By now we have all heard the predictions that this winter will be a hard one, with lots of snow. Many of us have already felt it. Typically, the first snow fall will occur and most of us dust off … Continue reading
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with MooreCo, Inc. announced a voluntary recall of the Spine Align and Posture Perfect Ergonomic Office Chairs. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. The legs of the chair … Continue reading
The American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) recently published a Position Statement on Ergonomics (http://www.aiha.org/news-pubs/govtaffairs/Documents/ErgonomicsPositionstmnt100509.pdf ). The main purpose of the paper was to communicate their position regarding the role and benefits of ergonomics in the workplace and to encourage the development … Continue reading
Chairs made in China and sold by Office Depot Stores have been recalled due to fall hazard by Raynor Marketing. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the … Continue reading
Recently a colleague of mine was telling me that his neck had been really hurting at night. He also mentioned that reclining back with traction had really helped. When I asked him what he thought had been the cause of … Continue reading
One concern that employers are hesitant to bring up when starting an ergonomics program is “will my employees start to report more injuries if we start to talk about ergonomics?” This is a legitimate issue that should be addressed up … Continue reading
Many of you are already incorporating ergonomic improvements into your work environment. One area that you may not have considered for ergonomics is in your home. Ergonomic injuries can occur just as easily at home as at work, but your … Continue reading
The Potential For a Perfect Storm in the World of OSHA and Occupational Safety is Brewing
Posted on June 15, 2009
More often than not in the course of conversation about my beloved profession the question comes up these days about OSHA , safety, and where it is all headed under the new administration. I have come to the conclusion that … Continue reading →