Ergonomics is designing a job to fit the worker so the work is safer and more efficient. Implementing ergonomic solutions can make employees more comfortable and increase productivity.
Ergonomics is important because when you’re doing a job, and your body is stressed by an awkward posture, extreme temperature, or repeated movement your musculoskeletal system is affected. Your body may begin to have symptoms such as fatigue, discomfort, and pain, which can be the first signs of a musculoskeletal disorder.
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are conditions that affect your body’s muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, and nerves. MSDs can develop over time or can occur immediately due to overload.
1) Increased savings, Fewer injuries, more productive and sustainable employees, Fewer workers’ compensation claims – The indirect costs involved bring the total average claim cost to well over 32,000.
2) Fewer employees experiencing pain, implementing ergonomic improvements can reduce the risk factors that lead to discomfort.
3) Increased productivity, Ergonomic improvements can reduce the primary risk factors for MSDs, so workers are more efficient, productive, and have greater job satisfaction.
4) Increased morale, Attention to ergonomics can make employees feel valued because they know their employer is making their workplace safer.
5) Reduced absenteeism, Ergonomics leads to healthy and pain-free workers who are more likely to be engaged and productive.
