5 Signs ANY Workplace Needs an Ergonomic Assessment (Not Just New Equipment)

About this episode

This episode discusses five signs that indicate a workplace requires an ergonomic assessment beyond just purchasing new equipment.

Most companies that need an ergonomic assessment don't know they need one. They've bought new chairs. They've done the wellness training. They've put up the stretch posters. And people are still hurting. So they conclude that ergonomics doesn't work, when the real problem is that they've been buying solutions without ever diagnosing the actual problem. In this episode, we break down 5 clear, observable signs that a workplace needs a proper ergonomic assessment and why recognizing these signs ...

People in this episode

Host: Darcie Jaremey

Topics covered

• ergonomics
• workplace assessment
• employee wellness
• health and safety
• productivity

Keywords

• ergonomic assessment
• workplace health
• employee comfort
• ergonomics solutions
• workplace injuries

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