Office Ergonomics Training Courses

While ergonomics may not be able to prevent the problem altogether, accommodations and proper equipment can make the worker more comfortable and able to stay on the job.

An ergonomics program can:

• Increase productivity. People who feel better work more efficiently. Nine out of 10 employees link workspace design to their productivity.
• Improve employee health and morale. Employees who have ergonomics assessments report feeling pleased that their employer cares about them.
• Save money. Proper workstation design reduces costs associated with “presenteeism” – employees working below par because they don’t feel well.

Our typical program consists of a short group training session followed by individual ergonomic assessments. We start by assessing employees who have reported pain or discomfort. Then we assess each employee’s workspace, observe how they work and provide them with a personalized written report that addresses any specific areas of concern expressed by the employee and suggests cost-effective changes to the work environment – including new equipment, workstation redesign, and behavioral changes.

We provide each employee with a reference handout that covers topics addressed in both the training session and individual assessment, including proper work habits, workstation layout and stretches. We also provide a list of ergonomic office equipment recommended in the individual assessments, along with vendors.