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Free Download: A Better Approach to Musculoskeletal Health
Learn how proactive organizations accelerate health and safety excellence by targeting musculoskeletal health.
Free Download: A Better Approach to Musculoskeletal Health
Ergonomics
Ergonomics Resources
“Ergonomics matches workplace conditions and job demands to a person’s capabilities, to improve worker safety and productivity. Applying the science of ergonomics can be especially helpful in reducing the risk of musculoskeletal injury (MSI), which is the most common work-related injury in B.C.”
WorkSafeBC Ergonomics Resource Page
The Ultimate List of Office Ergonomics Resources
If you’re new to the office ergonomics game, you might be wondering where to get started. What does an ergonomics improvement process look like? How do you choose the right chair, keyboard, mouse and other office equipment? If you’re wondering about these things, relax. We’ve got you covered with a little help from some of our friends. Let’s get started.
The Ultimate List of Office Ergonomics Resources
Workplace Athlete Health
Prevent Shoulder Injuries
“Most job demands require that at least 90% of the work is done with the arms out in front of body. This sustained posture leads to muscle imbalances over time, with tightness developing in the front muscles and weakness in the back muscles of the shoulder. Because most workers don’t know how to counteract these sustained forward arm postures to maintain good shoulder balance, impingement of the rotator cuff tendons frequently develops as a result.”
Injury Prevention Tip: Preventing Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Injuries
Injury Prevention Tip — The Softer the Anti-fatigue Mat the Better?
Workplace athletes will often request the softest anti-fatigue mats available. Is that the right choice?
Injury Prevention Tip — The Softer the Anti-fatigue Mat the Better?
Safety Leadership
Journey to Safety Excellence
“Safety is all about people. But beyond being the right thing to do, safety can boost employee morale, increase productivity and lower costs. It takes hard work, but you don’t have to do it alone. NSC wants to partner with you on the Journey to Safety Excellence®.”
NSC Journey to Safety Excellence
