The office workstation is evolving rapidly with technology change & the use of new devices introducing ergonomic issues.
With over 5.4 million people working from home at least one day per week for small & large business, the home office is also a critical area of responsibility for employers.
Office ergonomic assessment involves a detailed risk assessment of an employee’s office workstation. It can be conducted at commencement of employment, return to work after injury, or any time a person experiences discomfort. Proactive workstation assessments ensure employees are set up at their workstation in a safe and correct manner.
Workstation assessment process includes:
• Identifying risk factors at the workstation that may cause injury
• Making any immediate adjustments to address to these problems
• Analysis of all aspects of the workstation – chair, desk, monitor, keyboard, mouse & the placement of these at the workstation
• Analysis of the employee job requirements & working posture
• Discussion & demonstration of rest & stretch breaks
• Recommendations of any further adjustments, including any equipment that may be required
Comprehensive report to manager
We work with designers, architects and business operators to consider and apply ergonomic principle in workplace design. By getting it right at the design stage, businesses can enjoy the benefits of optimised work output, efficient production and injury prevention.
Identifying risk factors
We start with a comprehensive assessment of work stations. This will include equipment, furniture, work posture by individuals to evaluate what may cause injury
Office ergonomics is an essential element in the risk management and productivity. Good ergonomic office design promotes healthier postures, comfort and task focus.
We work with building designers at the planning and fit-out stage to recommend ergonomic layout, seating & workstation accessories to best suit people working in various professions and office environments.
Ergonomic assessment of tasks is essential to optimise production & reduce risk of injury.
Ergonomic task assessment may include:
• Analysis of actions & movements
• Hazard identification
• Risk management through proposal of practical effective solutions to reduce risk of injury
• Solutions may include workstation adjustments, introduction of tools & equipment, job rotation, & management strategies
Our experienced & qualified MODAPTS assessors can assist employers to set up realistic rates on various tasks in industry and service delivery.
MODAPTS is a time and motion analysis equating an action to a unit of time. Eye use, simple decisions, reading & speaking times are included.
We can assist you to understand and comply with your obligations under work health and safety laws.
Health & Safety factors
• Risk assessment
• Safety risk management
• Design & implementation of safe systems of work
• First Aid review
• OHS onsite training
• Safety handbook development
We are lead auditors for AS 4801, and can work with you in:
• Preparation for safety audit
• Gap analysis
• Conduct of internal audit/
• Development of OHS system of work
Injury management is aimed at prevention, early intervention & sustainable return to work after injury. Prevention is key, so it pays to consult us in the early stages of your operational planning, workplace fit-out and task analysis.
The process of return to work is managed to ensure a safe and positive experience for the employee & employer.
Physiotherapy services are provided onsite to injured employees with an emphasis on sustainable self-management.
In situations of where an injury has occurred and is claimed to be job related, we can assess the task and provide ergonomic evidence to assist the process of acceptance or rejection of claims.
Services Include:
• Pre-employment assessments
• Induction to employment
• Return to work program
• Task analysis
• Job library development
• Rehabilitation
• Onsite physiotherapy
• Group fitness
• Health promotion
Our training programs are tailored specifically to your work environment with a practical focus aimed at encouraging participants to transfer acquired knowledge and skills directly back into the work practice.
Training focuses on building awareness of ergonomics and OHS issues to promote healthy work environments.
Our training is useful for building designers, engineers, office designers, OHS officers and employees.
• Workplace ergonomics for employees
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