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Workplace Ergonomics Articles

4 Simple Ergonomic Steps to a More Productive Workplace 
When ergonomic risk factors are present in a job or task, it means there is a problem (inefficiency) between the work and the worker. By removing these problems through good ergonomic design, you also remove inefficiencies and barriers to work performance and productivity.

How to Measure Ergonomic Risk Factors
This article from the Matheson Safety Blog extensively covers the methods and tools needed for measuring and quantifying ergonomic risk factor properties – magnitude, repetition, duration, force, posture and motion, vibration and cold temperatures.

Ten Tips for Improving Posture and Ergonomics
Spinehealth offers ten simple tips for improving posture and ergonomics, especially for people sitting in an office chair all day. Here’s a quick tip – the human body is designed to move! Take a quick stretch break or go for a walk.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ergonomics 
Have questions about ergonomics? WorkSafeBC answers a few frequently asked questions they get about ergonomics and injury prevention.

Ergonomics Case Study — Caulk Gun Improvement 
Our new regular feature on the Ergonomics Plus blog will dive into the real world practice of ergonomics. We’ll be bringing you a new case study every month, so stay tuned.