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ErgonomicsThe art and science of ergonomics involves the process of modifying work processes and the work environment in order to reduce both physical and mental stress and improve job efficiency and productivity. When conducted properly, ergonomics can improve the profitability of a company while improving morale and safety of its employees – a definite win-win situation.
All ergonomic specialists employed by WorkSaver Employee Testing Systems are CBES credentialed licensed physical or occupational therapists. Thus, when WorkSaver Employee Testing Systems is contracted to conduct ergonomic assessments, the employer acquires the expertise of not only an ergonomic specialist, but also a practicing clinician. All CBES-credentialed clinicians actively treat the very same disorders that ergonomics and behavioral intervention is directed at preventing. Therefore, CBES credentialed ergonomic specialists at WorkSaver Employee Testing Systems are highly experienced and very effective in helping employees not only understand and comply with ergonomics, but also understand the effects of poor work and lifestyle behaviors on health. Ergonomic analyses of the work site are performed to determine modifications that will diminish physical, mental and environmental stress on the worker.
A poorly designed office will contribute to cumulative trauma affecting the neck, shoulders, elbows, wrist, and back. WorkSaver Employee Testing Systems has extensive experience at modifying office workstations to significantly reduce stress placed on the office worker’s musculoskeletal system. WorkSaver Employee Testing Systems, using only certified clinical and behavioral-based ergonomic specialists, has a proven record with industries and on average will reduce reported pre-assessment discomfort among office-based employees by more than 70%!
Specific ergonomic methods used by WorkSaver Employee Testing Systems, have helped large and small corporations virtually eliminate carpal tunnel syndrome, bursitis, tendonitis, and neck and back disorders. Simple, but highly effective, postural relief exercises directed at relieving stress on the body caused by lack of movement and sustained awkward body positions are also demonstrated during each ergonomic assessment. Prior to conducting assessments, WorkSaver Employee Testing Systems recommends conducting comfort surveys and providing one-hour motivational seminars to employees in order to emphasize the importance of compliance. Call now for a cost proposal. Call WorkSaver Employee Testing Systems for a list of references regarding our success with office ergonomics.
Field ergonomic analyses involve quantitative measurements and analysis of material handling techniques based on NIOSH guidelines. Analysis is directed toward reducing postural stress, excessive repetition of body motions, excessive force during material handling and tool usage, cardiopulmonary stress, environmental stress, and excessive mental demands placed on the worker.
Time-motion analysis techniques are used to reduce or eliminate repetitive stress and injuries. WorkSaver Employee Testing Systems uses the results of this analysis to provide no-cost and low-cost methods that when implemented can reduce worker absenteeism, prevent injuries and improve productivity.
WorkSaver Employee Testing Systems can conduct physical demand validation analyses of jobs and develop functional job descriptions while performing ergonomic assessments. Physical demand validation analyses (PDVA) of jobs are essential for developing functional job descriptions that are compliant with ADA requirements. Measurements by CBES credentialed ergonomic specialists are experts at validating physical forces and cardiovascular demands used in material handling and other specific work tasks.
Analysis of special job requirements, work environment and mentation demands complete the process. The data of the PDVA is then used to form ADA compliant functional job descriptions to be used by Human Resource personnel for hiring purposes. This document forms the legal basis upon which any post-hire testing criteria are determined. PDVAs are also utilized to measure the impact of ergonomic modifications on reducing worker stress.
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