'Ergonomics in the Workplace' - commonly referred toposture and sitting position in front of a computer.

A study conducted by the University of Iowa has revealedthat construction workers are prone to injuries!

What are the signs and symptoms ofan Ergonomic Injury or MSD(Musculoskeletal Disorders)?

Some more enlightening and surprising stats relatedto workplace related sickness

Pain in fingers, wrists, or other parts of the body: may include a dull aching pain, a sharp stabbing pain, or even a burning sensation.

Tingling or numbness, particularly in hands or fingers.

Swelling, inflammation, or joint stiffness.

Loss of muscle function or weakness.

Chronic pain in shoulder, neck, upper or lower back.

Extremities turning white or feeling unusually cold.

Muscle tightness, cMuscle tightness, cramps or discomfort.

Clumsiness or loss of coordination.

Loss of range of motion.

Sense of discomfort during certain movements.

Recognize the symptoms of MSD (Musculoskeletal Disorder).

Report any symptoms to your supervisor- early intervention meansa better outcome.

Participate in Ergo i-SEAT, UCR's online ergonomic self-assessmentand training program for computer users.

Install CtrlWork on your computer and take those healthy stretch breaks.

Follow our ergonomic guidelines.

Complete a Laboratory Ergonomics Checklist.

Be sure that you have right tools for your computer workstationand laboratory.

Contact your ergonomics program for a laboratory or office workstationevaluation.

70% population report pain intheir lower back

How can I keep myself safe?

On an average, 95% ofoffice workers' spenttheir day in frontof the screens.

34% of work delays occurdue to victims of Musculoskeletalinjuries that are caused by

poor ergonomics.

Carpal tunnel syndromeaccounts for 15% of allworkplace injuries.

34% of work delays occurdue to victims of Musculoskeletalinjuries that are caused by

poor ergonomics.

Carpal tunnel syndromeaccounts for 15% of allworkplace injuries.

42% of carpal tunnel casesresult in more than 30 days

of absenteeism.

Perfect office ergonomicsincreases productivity onan average by 11%.

employees report back & neckpain as one of the mainreasons for discomfort at

their desks.

40%OF

complain about backand neck ache atwork stations.

work force has reportedtingling pain and numbness in handsand fingers.

males have complainedthat work place ailmentsaffect their daily lives.

48%men &

24%women

73%male &

53%female

07%OF

IMPACT OFERGONOMICS ON

WORK PRODUCTIVITY

Here are five of the proven benefits of a strong workplaceErgonomics Process:

Ergonomics reduces cost:Go ergonomic and save money as approximately $1 out of every$3 in workers compensation costs attribute to MSD.

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Ergonomics improves productivity:Good posture, less exertion, fewer motions, better heightsand reaches improve productivity.

2

Ergonomics improves quality:Poor ergonomics leads to frustrated and fatigued workersthat don’t perform to their optimum capacity.

3

Ergonomics enhances employee engagement:Employees are impressed with the company's efforts and this results in reduced absenteeism and best efforts are made bythe employees to accomplish assigned tasks.

4

Ergonomics creates a better safety culture:Fostering a safe and healthy culture at your company will lead to better employee performancefor your organization.

• 87% employees felt more comfortable.• 87% people noticed an increase in their energy levels. • 75% workers felt healthier.• 71% became more focused.• 66% of workers felt discovered a rise in their productivity level.

Source: http://www.ergonomics-info.com/ergonomics-in-the-workplace.html

http://ehstoday.com/health/eight-ways-give-your-workplace-ergonomic-makeoverhttp://ergo-plus.com/workplace-ergonomics-benefits/ http://ergonomics.ucr.edu/signs_symptoms.html

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