Select one of the links below for more information:
Ergonomic Evaluations
The Office of Research Services, Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS) provides free ergonomic evaluations. The evaluation involves observing the employee performing typical tasks, and then adjusting the work station as needed (such as raising a chair or lowering a keyboard). The goal is to arrange the work station so that the employee achieves a neutral, comfortable working posture. During the work station evaluation, DOHS ergonomics staff may also note the need for different equipment, but the employee’s individual division is responsible for ordering and purchasing any office equipment.
To see how to make ergonomic adjustments to your own work station, review the following posters below:
The table below provides a summary of what action you should take based upon your level of pain.
Description of each level of pain. | Does not affect ability to do any activities. Pain is minor and only during an activity; not after. | Pain persistent enough to alter one's behavior and performance. Residual discomfort after activity completed. | Unable to do normal activities due to pain. Pain persistent during and after activities. |
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What actions you should take. | Use this website to make sure your workstation is ergonomically correct and you are working in a neutral posture. | Same as minor. Seek ergonomic consultation by contacting (301) 496-3353. If pain persists after changes are made or seek medical treatment. | Seek medical treatment. |
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To schedule an individual work station evaluation call (301) 496-3353.
Ergonomics Training
The on-site ergonomics training shows employees how to apply ergonomic principles in the office as well as other workplace settings.
To request an ergonomics presentation for your office, call (301) 496-3353 or (301) 496-3457.
