The Importance of Ergonomics in the Workplace

TekSolv
Jul 8
1 min read

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are a leading cause of worker disability, lost productivity, and compensation costs. What causes MSDs? It's typically a result of poor ergonomic practices. Whether you sit in an office all day or perform repetitive motions in a factory, you are at risk for an injury without the proper ergonomic principles incorporated.

Ergonomics is the science of adapting the job task and work environment to the individual performing the job to improve productivity and reduce the potential for injury and error. There is no "one size fits all" approach to addressing ergonomic issues at work. It can be challenging to determine where to start and what exactly to do.

TekSolv's Ergonomic Solutions

Below are two documents that break down the common ergonomic issues in office and industrial settings, and where to start in creating solutions.

Ready to prioritize ergonomics in the workplace? Contact TekSolv's Loss Control Professional, Steve McCarty, at smccarty@teksolv.com to explore your options.