Proper Ergonomics Keep Your Employees Healthy and Happy
Not so long ago, companies used standard “one size fits all” equipment that did not allow for personalization to employees. Today, ergonomics are used in most workplaces to identify injury risks and make appropriate adjustments.
Everyday Risk Factors in the Workplace
Muscle strain and fatigue are two common health issues arising from repetitive tasks in both offices and industrial settings. According to Richard Haas, a chiropractor in Mason City, IA, approximately 40 percent of work-related health problems involve neuromuscular skeletal injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome.
Integration of automation and technology is the primary reason for the increasingly repetitive nature of workplace activities. With many employees spending most of the day sitting at a desk, the resulting muscle stiffness and tension makes them more vulnerable to injury.
Creating Better Working Conditions with Ergonomics
Ergonomic equipment ranges from lumbar cushions for back support to dumpster movers or dumpster pushers that lighten heavy loads. Employees are also being trained in the proper body mechanics of sitting in a desk chair or lifting boxes.
Making the workplace more responsive to the physical needs of your employees generates a number of financial benefits:
• Production levels are higher due to more efficient working conditions and less time off from injuries.
• High costs of insurance, medical claims, time off and other expenses associated with injuries are reduced significantly.
• Positive employee morale creates greater job satisfaction, which in turn can prevent high turnover rates.
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