HPMC OMS provides ergonomic support services which include consultation, office and field ergonomic evaluation and education.
What is Ergonomics...and Why is it Important?
Ergonomics is the science of fitting jobs to people. It focuses on designing workstations, tools and work tasks for safety, efficiency and comfort. Effective ergonomic design reduces discomfort and injuries and increases job satisfaction and productivity.
Both occupational and non-occupational (personal) risk factors are addressed. Engineering, work practice, administrative or training controls may be implemented to eliminate or mitigate identified hazards.
| Key Ergonomic Risk Factors: Excessive Force Excessive Repetition Awkward Postures Static Positions Contact Stress |
Examples of Ergonomic Interventions: Proper equipment placement/selection Daily Stretch programs Work practice controls Safe lifting training |
See our separate pages on Office Ergonomics and Field (Industrial) Ergonomics or the links to the right for details and tools.
If you have an ergonomic concern, first talk to your manager or your
industrial hygiene department. If you need more information or assistance, call Industrial Rehabilitation at 376-2109 or 376-9040.
