Awkward Postures

Awkward postures like bending and reaching increase effort, cause fatigue, and can result in injury. In many cases they’re wasted motions that increase the time to perform a task and reduce the quality of work. Find assistance for reducing these hazards on our new topic page.

Computer Workstation Adjustment On-line Training

A good set-up for your computer workstation can help you be more comfortable and more productive. This interactive program gives you step-by-step instructions on how to adjust your chair, keyboard, mouse, and monitor. You can find the training here.

Preventing Back Injuries Workshop

Back injuries are one of the most common types of workplace injury. This workshop will show you how to recognize the main causes of back injury in your workplace and how to put effective solutions into place. You can find the workshop schedule and information on registering here.

Pacific Northwest Ergonomics Roundtable

Looking for an opportunity to meet with others who have an interest in ergonomics, learn about the latest research, and find out what other organizations are doing in the way of ergonomics best practices? The Ergonomics Roundtable meets quarterly in the Puget Sound area, combining presentations with a discussion forum. Best of all, the meetings are free. You can find the Roundtable schedule and information on joining here.

Disability and the Workplace

This web page provides a number of resources that can help when accommodating workers with disabilities. You can find resources to help you with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), job accommodation, and assistive technology. Visit the disability web page here.

Industry-specific Ergonomics Guidelines

Looking for ergonomics information and recommendations that are specific to your industry? This web site links to ergonomics guidelines for industries such as construction, healthcare, manufacturing, warehousing, retail, and many more. You can look for information specific to your industry here.