What is Ergonomic?

What is ergonomics?

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.

“An applied science concerned with designing and arranging things people use so that the people and things interact most efficiently and safely -- called also human engineering”

Why is ergonomics important?

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.

What to consider when you need a new keyboard?

The choice of keyboard will depend on a number of factors. Don’t be fooled by the label ‘ergonomic’.It may not have any more benefits than a standard keyboard when used correctly.

Choosing an ergonomic keyboard is not a quick or easy option. Many ergonomic keyboards take a number of weeks to get used to especially if the key layout is different. In the mean time you may make more mistakes and work slower.

It can be much more effective to improve the general layout of your workplace than to buy another expensive piece of kit. If you want more information on Keyboard placement or Reduce arm pain please contact us by visiting our site http://www.ergonomicworks.com/.

The Ergonomic Works Company is serving California community in Los Angeles area. We specialize in ergonomic evaluation and injury prevention services, and our staff offers successful proactive ergonomic programs for the workplace you can count on.

Also remote office ergonomics assessment is available worldwide and is a good solution for those who are not near an Ergonomic Consultant who can provide an on-site assessment. We have developed another method for assisting employers in their efforts to meet the needs of their employees in these times of fiscal responsibility. For situations where an on-site evaluation is geographically impractical or too costly, we offer a remote online assessment.