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How to Prevent Ergonomic Hazards in the Workplace

Ergonomic hazards in the workplace can lead to injuries negatively impacting your employees well-being and productivity. These hazards are often related to the design, configuration and arrangement of the workspace, as well as repetitive movements and poor posture experiences when performing tasks within these workspaces.. Employ Health’s Workstation Ergonomics service is designed to identify and mitigate these risks, creating a healthier and more comfortable work environment, whether that be in your office or on the factory floor. Here’s how you can prevent ergonomic hazards in your workplace.

Identify Ergonomic Risks

The first step in preventing ergonomic hazards is to identify the hazards in your workplace. This involves a detailed assessment of workstations, work practices, and the overall work environment. Look for risk factors such as poor posture, repetitive motions, and inadequate equipment or furniture.

Identify Ergonomic Risks

Adjusting Workstations:

Ensure that benches, desks, chairs, and computer monitors are at the correct height and distance to promote good posture.

Providing Adjustable Furniture:

Offer adjustable chairs and desks to accommodate different body sizes and preferences.

Encouraging Breaks and Movements:

Promote regular breaks and encourage employees to stretch or walk around to reduce the risk of muscle strain and repetitive stress injuries.

Educate Employees

Education is key to preventing ergonomic hazards. Employees should be trained on:

Correct Posture:

The importance of maintaining good posture and how to achieve it while sitting or standing at work.

Safe Work Practices:

Provide guidance on safe work practices, such as correct lifting techniques and ways to avoid repetitive strain.

Recognising Symptoms:

The early signs of ergonomic injuries so they can seek intervention before issues become serious.

Workstation Ergonomics with Employ Health

Employ Health offers a comprehensive Workstation Ergonomics service tailored to identify and address ergonomic hazards in your workplace. Our approach includes:

Ergonomic Assessments:

Conducting detailed assessments of workstations and work practices to identify potential hazards.

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Customised Recommendations:

Providing personalised recommendations for adjustments and improvements to workstations.

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Employee Training:

Offering training sessions for employees on maintaining ergonomic safety, including posture, workstation setup, and injury prevention techniques.

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Ongoing Support:

Providing ongoing support and advice to ensure that ergonomic solutions are effectively implemented and maintained.

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Preventing ergonomic hazards in the workplace is essential for maintaining a healthy, productive, and engaged workforce that all come together to create a positive culture in your business.. By understanding your workers, the work they are doing and the workplace environment they are doing it in, we will identify the risks, implement ergonomic solutions, and educate your employees to set your business up to significantly reduce the incidence of work-related injuries from poor ergonomics.

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