Every week, we scour the internet for the best new OHS articles and resources (so you don’t have to), and share what we find in a “Best of the Week” post.

Featured Articles

1. Great Moments in Assembly Line Ergonomics 
How much can ergonomics make a difference in productivity and preventing injury? A lot, it turns out. Since 2003, for example, Ford has reduced its assembly line injury rate by 70% by applying ergonomics research to assembly improvements and lift-assist technologies. In the past five years, Timken has cut its ergonomics risk factors each year by 20% by requiring three innovative improvements annually at each plant. These photos show how manufacturing companies are applying the latest ergonomic technology, culling approaches and technology from orthopedics, virtual reality, exercise physiology and the book of common sense.

2. Five Steps to Conducting an Effective Ergonomic Risk Assessment 
Conducting an ergonomic assessment is a foundational element of the ergonomics process. Your ergonomics improvement efforts will never get off the ground without being able to effectively assess jobs in your workplace for musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) risk factors.

3. Workplace Ergonomics 101: How to Lower Costs and Improve Productivity
Need a refresher course on basic ergonomics principles? Check out the most popular Ergonomics Plus tutorial with additional resources, articles, and links.

4. Preventing Foot Pain in the Workforce 
Plantar fasciitis and other foot health problems affect a vast number of workers. Is your company taking steps to keep worker health on a firm footing?

5. Office Ergonomics: 11 Resources to Help You Find the Right Desk 
The truth is that there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all perfect desk solution. You’ll have to weigh the pros and cons of each solution and find out what’s right for your situation. To help you do that, we’ve compiled a list of resources for finding the right desk.