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Issue 237
Ergonomics
Steps to a More Ergonomic Workplace
“Paying attention to ergonomics means removing barriers to work productivity. There is a wealth of options available to adjust the workspace to meet employees’ ergonomic needs, and selecting the right options can help employees reap significant bottom line rewards. Comfortable employees stay at their desks or workstations longer, and complete more work in a given shift. Employers who pay attention to these four simple steps are well on their way to gaining these rewards.”
Four Simple Ergonomic Steps to a More Productive Workplace
A Step-by-Step Guide to the REBA Assessment Tool
Learn how to use the Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) tool to evaluate whole body postural MSD risks.
A Step-by-Step Guide to the REBA Assessment Tool
Workplace Athlete Health
Cultivate a Workplace Wellness Culture
“Here’s an idea for cutting edge talent management: workplace wellness programs. Implemented well, they’re mutual ROI meets wearable tech meets a deep level of employee engagement that reflects beautifully on employer brand. Not only can they enhance performance, but they show a genuine concern for employees’ well-being. And they’re part of one of my most basic adages: a happy employee is good for profits.”
4 Ways To Make Workplace Wellness A Culture Win
Prevent Elbow Injuries
“Each day we use the muscles and tendons that originate at the elbow to perform various upper extremity tasks. The physical stress and strain to the elbow muscles and tendons can produce microscopic wear and fatigue to these tendons and muscles. This is completely normal. As long as the amount of fatigue is lower than the body’s ability to recover, the elbow soft tissues will remain healthy. But too much strain and fatigue, coupled with too little repair , can lead to an inflammation disorder of the elbow. “
Free Injury Prevention Handout — Prevent Elbow Injuries
Safety Leadership
Preventing the Top 5 Workplace Injuries
“These are just a few examples of what can be done to reduce these top five injuries in your workplace. With proper training and awareness, these numbers will hopefullly decline and fewer people will be injured on the job. ”
Preventing the Top 5 Workplace Injuries
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