Ergonomics is the process of identifying job-related tasks and then matching the working conditions to human capabilities.
Workers in many different industries and occupations can be exposed to risk factors at work, such as lifting heavy items, bending, reaching overhead, pushing and pulling heavy loads, working in awkward body postures and performing the same or similar tasks repetitively. Exposure to these known risk factors for Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) increases a worker's risk of injury. Work-related MSDs can be prevented. Ergonomics --- fitting a job to a person --- helps lessen muscle fatigue, increases productivity and reduces the number and severity of work-related MSDs.
Properly adjusting your workstation can prevent many different types of injuries from occurring. For tips on how to adjust your workstation and an awareness computer ergonomics please follow this link to Percipio Compliance - Computer Ergonomics
Once this training is completed, you may continue onto the Ergonomics Self Service resources below to make adjustments to your office workspace.
Rensselaer's EHS has developed resources to aid staff and students in forging a safe and productive working environment:
