Comfort through Ergonomics…

What is Ergonomics?

The Oxford English Dictionary defines Ergonomics as –

“​The study of working conditions, especially the design of equipment and furniture, in order to help people work more efficiently.”

In daily practice, it is the study of the relationship between you (the user) and your working environment, especially the equipment you use and how you use it. The goal of Ergonomics is to create a workspace that is comfortable to your physical needs.

Why are Ergonomics in the workplace important?

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD’s) affect the back, joints and limbs and accounted for 6.9 million sickness-related absences in 2018/19. If you are an employer it is your responsibility to protect your employees against the risk of MSD’s being caused or exacerbated in the workplace. Further information can be found on the HSE’s website. 

By ensuring your working environment is correctly set up for your employees you are investing in both your staff and your business. The risk of sickness absence will be reduced and productivity can be maximised and perhaps most importantly of all you will have created a workspace that employees enjoy being part of.

Promoting health and productivity in the workplace

If you or your staff are suffering from aches, pains or general discomfort related to long days either working at a desk or behind a steering wheel, or if you are finding that staff-related absences are increasing due to issues such as back and neck pain or sore wrists then we can help.

The first step to resolving the health-related issues that arise from poor workspace ergonomics is to identify their cause. We do this by conducting a workplace or vehicle assessment that is tailored for your specific area of business.

The aim of our assessments is to examine the health and safety aspects of the work carried out in your business environment and to then identify areas of possible physical discomfort or stress, which if left unchecked, could cause ill health or exacerbate pre-existing conditions.

Once done we will suggest a range of practical solutions, which we tailor to both your business and budget, that will not only help avoid any potential health issues but also promote general health and wellbeing in the workplace.

Workplace and vehicle assessments nationwide

Our experienced workplace assessors are available to conduct Workplace, Vehicle and Display Screen Equipment (DSE) assessments, for both home office and business workspaces, across the UK.

With the support of health care professionals including – Ergonomists, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Health and Safety consultants we are able to offer a wealth of experience and expertise.

On completion of your assessment, our written report will provide you with guidance and affordable recommendations to adapt your workplace to suit both your needs and comply with current Health & Safety Legislation.

Additionally, we advise on the procurement and installation of ergonomic office, vehicle and home-working products with on-site follow-up and support, as required.