Ergonomics and Associated Health Risks

By: Staci Berman, Alyssa Prooday,

Joelle Weiner and Jonah Crystal
Overview

What is Ergonomics?

Ergonomic Examples

Statistics

Ethical and Legal Consequences

Possible Restrictions

Important Stretches

News Story

Video
What is Ergonomics?

Ergonomics is the study of people's efficiency in their environment

It creates a space that will make working easier and more comfortable for you.

Example

This is an ergonomic workplace designed for an individual who is 55

Ergonomic Examples
Statistics
Ergonomic Related Health Risks

Musculoskeletal Disorders

Carpal Tunnel

Tendinitis

Muscle Strains/lower back injuries

Trigger Finger

Emotional Stress

Low productivity
Ethical and Legal Consequences & Actions

The Occupational health and safety act rule

Ministry inspectors provide visits

Legal obligation

Workers can file lawsuits against the company

Possible Restrictions

Mandatory to have ergonomic friendly workstations

When new employees are hired there should be training on

ergonomics

Workplace break and stretching routine

Lighting

Air Conditioning
Important Stretches
News Story

Ergonomics in the Office: Health, Safety and Design Professionals.

- Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) Provinces have similar
requirements
- Trained for Hazards
- 2 Part Training
- Smart leaders and Respective Organizations
Video
Opinion
Ergonomics is very important in the workplace

Having an ergonomic workspace improves productivity

An ergonomic workspace can improve the quality of work

Having an ergonomic workspace is healthy and better for you body

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Conclusion

Ergonomics helps the daily productivity in a workspace

Everybody should have ergonomic training in a
workspace
Ergonomics has a large effect on workers physical health.
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