Ergonomic Assessments for Your Office Workstation

Why Office Ergonomics Matters

Ergonomics in the office is crucial because they help prevent costly musculoskeletal disorders, such as back pain, neck strain, and carpal tunnel syndrome. Incorporating ergonomics at work reduces the likelihood of workers’ comp claims, missed time from work, and unnecessarily high healthcare costs.

Here’s a quick compliance checklist to get you started with reducing risk factors for liability, preventable claims, and a damaged reputation:

• Wrists and arms in neutral alignment
• Screens positioned at eye level
• Desks and chairs are adjustable to different body types
• Employees are trained on how to use the equipment
• Movement is encouraged throughout the day

The 20-8-2 Rule, introduced by ergonomics expert Dr. Alan Hedge, is widely recognized as the gold standard for incorporating movement throughout the workday. With 20 minutes of sitting followed by eight minutes of standing, and two minutes of walking or stretching, workday movement becomes a realistic part of employees’ daily routines. We help companies establish built-in reminders for their employees to move throughout the day as part of our economic education with behavioral support.

How to Know You Need an Office Ergonomics Assessment

Your office could likely use an ergonomic workstation assessment if your employees report any of the following:

• Persistent aches and stiffness
• Fatigue after the workday
• Eye strain and headaches
• Trouble staying focused at work
• Slouched posture while sitting or standing
• Just one default posture all day with no movement or variation

What’s Included in Our Ergonomic Workstation Assessment

Our ergonomic assessment for office workers involves a full review of workstation setups and human behaviors because equipment changes alone won’t solve the problem. Here’s an overview of what we will evaluate during our office ergonomics assessment:

• Workspace layout of desks, chairs, monitors, keyboards, mice, and accessories
• Posture and movement patterns, including sitting, standing, and fidgeting
• Equipment measurements to evaluate arm, knee, eye, and wrist alignment
• Environmental conditions, such as lighting, temperature, and acoustic
• On-the-spot adjustments to immediately reduce strain and improve comfort
• Personalized recommendations on future, posture, and accessories
• Work routine habits, such as break frequency and task rotation
• A follow-up summary report with action items for leadership review

How Our Office Assessment Process Works

At Postured Ergonomics, we’ve created an efficient and collaborative process that’s built for real-world implementation. We start by scheduling your ergonomic workstation assessment and completing our pre-assessment checklist. You can join a 30-minute virtual session with us directly from your office.

Our board-certified ergonomist will evaluate your team’s posture, workstation setups, and broader environment. We’ll discuss with you the risk factors that we identify that are likely causing people discomfort and inefficiencies. Then, we’ll recommend live recommendations and an action plan that will be simple and cost-effective for you to follow. Even after you make improvements following our ergonomic workstation assessment, we’ll follow up with you to ensure that each change has been implemented correctly.

Benefits of a Professional Office Ergonomics Evaluation

Improved ergonomics in the office will boost worker productivity, satisfaction, and retention. You’ll also have peace of mind that you’re compliant with legal and safety standards.

Our office ergonomics assessments will help your employees relieve pain and discomfort while enjoying more energy and greater productivity. After our ergonomic workstation assessment, they will be at a lower risk of long-term musculoskeletal injuries and have better job satisfaction and focus overall. Meanwhile, you’ll create a more professional and efficient workplace where people are happy to be and proud to contribute to your team.

Why Choose Postured Ergonomics for Your Office Ergonomic Needs

Although numerous vendors sell ergonomic furniture, few of them truly understand how human behavior and cost-effective implementation must accompany those products to genuinely improve an office setup.

Postured Ergonomics stands out for our certified expertise in ergonomics in office environments and experience working across corporate, education, industrial, and healthcare settings.

We can provide you with an ergonomic assessment for office workers in a virtual or onsite format, complete with practical solutions to fit your budget and a people-first approach focused on changing habits – not just equipment. Our lead ergonomist, Luke Curtis (CPE), is well-known for both his technical expertise and his ability to connect with business owners and employees to influence positive behavioral changes.