Ergonomics for Productivity and Comfort
Effective ergonomic design of workstations can contribute greatly to individual productivity, performance, and comfort. If you are interested in learning how to reduce your risk for cumulative trauma disorders at home and in your office, join the Workplace Ergonomics Lab (WEL) for an Office Ergonomics Workshop. In these sessions, you will receive tips to identify, control and prevent ergonomic risk factors at home and at work.
Ergonomics for Every-Body
- Who we are
- What is Ergonomics?
- Cumulative Trauma Disorders
- Risk Factors
- Tool Selection
- Back Facts
- Material Handling
- Healthy Lifestyles
Session Information:
New Sessions Coming Soon!
If you require interpreting services, please contact cpdcoop@rit.edu as soon as possible.
Ergonomics for the Computer User
- Who we are
- What is Ergonomics?
- Cumulative Trauma Disorders
- Risk Factors
- Back Facts
- Step-by-step setup
- Neutral Sitting Posture
- Laptop use
- Identify Risks
Session Information:
Date: March 10, 2010
Time: 9 – 10:30 a.m.
Location: CIMS Rm. 2140
Date: June 16, 2010
Time: 1:30 – 3 p.m.
Location: CIMS Rm. 2140
If you require interpreting services, please contact cpdcoop@rit.edu as soon as possible.
Whether you attend the Ergonomics for the Computer User session or the Ergonomics for Every-Body session, you will leave the session motivated to create a healthy work environment, improve job performance and reduce cumulative trauma injuries.
WEL also offers personalized ergonomic assessments and product loans. WEL is located in the Center for Integrated Manufacturing studies (78-2160). To view WEL or for personalized assessments contact Tracy Freas, phone: 475-5807, email: Tracy.Freas@rit.edu.
