Good Ergonomics Make Good Economics
A Healthy Workplace Keeps Working
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) are the most prevalent, most expensive and most
preventable workplace injuries in the country. They can affect muscles,
tendons, nerves, joints and the spine. They also affect productivity and
profit.
More than 600,000 employees suffer lost-workday MSDs each year. The leading
cause of worker's compensation claims and costs, they account for $20 billion
in direct costs each year and $100 billion in indirect costs (that's $15-$45
billion or $1 out of every $3 spent for workmen's compensation).
Comfort Pays
Since 90% of all office workers use computers, there are a lot of people who
can benefit from proper ergonomics in the workplace. Good ergonomics have been
demonstrated to:
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Increase productivity
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Improve worker attitudes
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Reduce health issues such as repetitive stress injuries, back and neck strain,
eye strain, muscular pains and headaches
The Risk Factors
Everyone in the workplace owes it to him or herself to be aware of and monitor
the conditions that can cause problems. These conditions include:
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Repetition
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Awkward posture
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Static posture
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Stress due to contact or force
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Temperature extremes
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