What Is An Ergonomic Assessment?
An ergonomic assessment is an assessment of an individual at their computer workstation, designed to optimise the layout and positioning of items within the workspace to suit the individual's physical dimensions and work tasks.
The aim is to prevent injury, reduce discomfort, pain and fatigue related to prolonged sitting and repetitive computer-based tasks by facilitating healthy posture and work habits through human-centred workspace design
Analysing the client
Considering the client’s role, job tasks, work practices, work postures and individual physical dimensions.
Understanding any physical issues reported by the client that may be related to their workstation.
Acknowledging any relevant medical history, special needs or other relevant issues reported by the client.
Analysing the workstation and the positioning of items within the workspace
Computers and portable devices
Seating
Work surfaces
Monitors or displays
Keyboard
Mouse or other input devices
Communication devices
Accessories
Identifying risk factors related to the workstation
Considering the suitability of the workstation for the worker’s role, work tasks, work practices and individual physical dimensions.
Evaluating potential health & safety risks associated with the workstation.
Facilitating proactive intervention
Providing advice and assistance to help the individual make immediate ergonomic interventions to mitigate potential risk factors, as far as is reasonably possible, with the facilities and equipment available at the time of the assessment.
Discussing healthy work practices and strategies for introducing movement and physical activity into the work day.
Providing recommendations
Recommending additional proactive risk mitigation measures for consideration, such as more appropriate ergonomic furniture, ergonomic equipment and accessories or alternative work practices and work postures.
