How Ergonomically Friendly is Your Workspace?

Widespread cutbacks and workers being asked to work longer and harder make an ergonomically sound office all the more vital. This article discusses work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSD’s) as well as injuries resulting from static posture and repetitive motion. It then offers a five-step program for achieving a sound ergonomic program, both as office manager and as end-user of office equipment and furniture. A short related article provides additional ergonomic tips for office workers and an extensive list of ergonomic sources and their websites.

Source: Karen Fritscher-Porter, Office Solutions; Jan-Feb, 2003