Workplace ergonomics studies people in their work environments and aims to help create or modify a space to minimise the health concerns that come along with prolonged postures. The goal of workplace ergonomics training is to implement these suggestions and ensure employees have a safe environment that protects them from work-related musculoskeletal disorders, a leading concern for work health and safety.

While there is no industry standard for how often workplace ergonomics training should be completed, we recommend putting in place periodic sessions to refresh worker’s memories, whether every three months, a year or quarterly. If new equipment or procedures are introduced, it can be a good idea to complete a session to ensure your employees maintain best practices.

Safe Work Australia defines sedentary behaviour as anything performed that involves sitting or reclining. Sedentary work is work that involves these postures for long periods of time, such as office roles, computer-based roles, etc. Employ Health’s workplace ergonomics training can help combat the injuries and illnesses that often occur as a result of jobs that require extended periods of sedentary work.

There are a number of health risks associated with sedentary work, including:

• Heart disease
• Cardiovascular issues
• Diabetes
• Obesity
• Some cancers
• Poor musculoskeletal health.

By implementing workplace ergonomics training, you can help your workers combat these concerns. Our experienced physiotherapists can put helpful practices in place to ensure your employees remember to move throughout the day and minimise these risks.

Our workplace ergonomics training can help establish the practical habits needed to get your team happy and healthy. From setting up individualised workstations, tips to spend less time sitting down or even setting up group exercise and personal training sessions, our expert team can help you create an “active office” environment to tackle this ongoing health and safety concern.