Ergonomics in the workplace
Ergonomics is about arranging our environments so we can work comfortably and safely, whether we're in the office or on the move. Learn about ergonomic workstations, mobile devices, proper posture, stretching, and more.
Oregon OSHA
Visit the Oregon OSHA website to learn more about workplace ergonomics and other safety topics. Start here:
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ODOT | VelocityEHS® testimonial
Velocity Office Ergonomics is a web-based program available to SAIF policyholders free of charge. Please email OfficeErgo@saif.com or contact your SAIF safety management consultant for more information.
Build your safety program
Poor ergonomics contributes to musculoskeletal injuries, and having a plan to prevent and address poor ergonomics is an effective business strategy. Learn more about complying with OSHA requirements at building your safety and health programs.
Resources
Ergonomic consultations
Learn about the ergonomic services available to SAIF policyholders.
Setting up a workstation
Exercise Bites: 7 minutes to enhance your aerobic fitness, muscle strength - YouTube
video will help you stay active throughout the day at your workstation. Display this poster with a QR code link to the video in your work area.
Learn how to adjust your office chair, monitor, keyboard, and mouse; plus get tips on proper posture and injury prevention
A self-help guide for maximizing comfort and reducing physical stressors
Office Ergonomics by VelocityEHS assessment
SAIF policyholders can use this resource to evaluate their office workstations to ensure neutral postures.
Office ergonomic evaluation
Use this form to conduct an ergonomic evaluation.
Office ergonomic self-assessment [Spanish]
Use this worksheet to assess your own workstation for comfort and safety.
Office ergonomics: simple solutions
This video series helps you to adjust your workstation to reduce risk of injuries
Resources for staying safe in your home office.
Symptoms to solutions: Ideas for solving some common office ergonomics issues
Workstation ergonomics leverage zones [Spanish]
Use this tool to arrange your work area for comfort and safety.
Posters
Neutral posture (8.5 x 11 | 11 x 17)
Standing neutral posture (8.5 x 11 | 11 x 17) [Spanish 8.5 x 11 | 11 x 17]
Brainstorming solutions for ergonomic issues (8.5x11 | 11x17)
Reducing sprains and strains
BEST – Brainstorming Ergonomic Solutions Tool [Spanish]
Use the Brainstorm Ergonomic Solutions Tool to rethink tasks and make lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling safer.
Hierarchy of controls for musculoskeletal disorders
Use this safety model to design workplace solutions that reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injuries.
Industrial ergonomic consultations [Spanish]
Safe lifting techniques (11 x 17) [Spanish 8.5 x 11 | 11 x 17]
Learn the six steps for safely lifting a load, plus tips for designing lifting tasks with ergonomics in mind.
Save your back, store items safely [Spanish]
This poster includes best practices for storing items so they can be accessed with less strain and sprain risk.
Posters
Office stretches [Spanish]
Prevent fatigue, discomfort, and musculoskeletal disorders caused by seated office work with these stretching exercises.
Strengthen and lengthen | Improve core strength and muscle tone with these active exercises. 8.5x11 | 11x17 [Spanish 8.5x11 | 11x17]
Safety in Motion®
A versatile training program proven to reduce injuries from lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and other activities that may result in sprains and strains
- Safety In Motion®: Leverage zone poster 8.5 x 11 | 11 x 17 [Spanish 8.5 x 11 | 11 x 17]
- Safety In Motion®: Program overview
- Safety In Motion®: The value of warm-up exercises [Spanish]
Lighting for office and industry
Adequate lighting
The benefits of adequate lighting include greater productivity and accuracy, improved safety and security, and improved morale. This comprehensive safety guide explains how to evaluate lighting in your workplace, including a checklist and additional resources.