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ERGO Tips for Promoting Workplace Mental Health Wellness

ERGO Tips for Promoting Workplace Mental Wellness The importance of mental health must be taken into account to foster a healthy workplace. Employers are required to take every reasonable precaution to protect the health and safety of workers, including psychological...

12 Days of Ergonomics & Gift Ideas for 2023

On the first day of Christmas, my ERGO Inc. Certified Ergonomist recommended to me a... (click the tree to find out!)  

DEBUNKING ERGONOMICS MYTHS PART 3 of 3: MANUAL MATERIAL HANDLING

There are some thoughts that are so widespread that they seem to be and are taken as truth.  This is true even in the world of ergonomics.  So, what is fact, and what is fiction?  In this article, our Certified Ergonomists will dispel some common manual material...

DEBUNKING ERGONOMICS MYTHS PART 2 of 3: OFFICE ERGONOMICS

There are some thoughts so widespread that they are taken as truth, even in the world of ergonomics.  In this article, our Certified Ergonomists will dispel some common ergonomics myths related to office ergonomics.  Be sure to refer to Part 1 – Myths about Office...

DEBUNKING ERGONOMICS MYTHS PART 1 of 3: SEATING

There are some thoughts that are so widespread that they seem to be and are taken as truth.  This is true even in the world of ergonomics.  So, what is fact, and what is fiction?  In this article, our Certified Ergonomists will dispel some common ergonomics myths....

ERGO Inc. sponsors 2023 Schedule 2 Conference Oct. 5th

ERGO Inc. is proud to sponsor the Schedule 2 Employers Group Conference. Register today. You will find ERGO goodies in your swag back and ERGO resources on a display table at this year's S2EG Conference. #2023S2EGConference Be sure to pick up some ERGO resources, a...

Clues Pointing to Ergonomics Hazards

Ergonomics-related hazards may present themselves in mysterious ways in the workplace.  For example: The end of a hand tool is taped with wrap. A pool noodle is covering the edge of an overhead utility box. Employees are using gel wrist rests at their computer...

Ergonomics Training – Train, and Train Again

Spring tends to be a time of renewal and is a great time to review your injury prevention and ergonomics training programs and consider refresher training for employees.  Because we have limited capacity for new information, we tend to only remember that which is...

ERGO Inc. Service Highlight

5-Module Office Ergonomics e-Learning Suite ERGO’s Office Ergonomics eLearning Suite consists of 5 dynamic, fully narrated office ergonomics modules on core concepts.  Employees learn to correctly set themselves up at a computer workstation. This 5-module suite...

Everyday ERGO – Shoveling Snow

SNOW SHOVELING The snow is here!  Here are some TIPS on SAFE snow shoveling... PUSH, don’t lift.  Especially with heavy snow.  It is easier on your back. Warm up your muscles - especially if you are shoveling first thing in the morning. Be prepared - use an...

Ergonomic Product Reviews & Gift Ideas for 2022

12 Days of ERGO On the first day of Christmas, my ERGOnomists recommended to me a... (click the tree to find out!)

ERGO Product Review – December – Extendable Snowbrush

Polar Extreme Telescoping Snowbrush - An Ergonomic Product To ensure safe winter driving, your vehicle should be cleared of snow before starting your journey.  This includes the roof of the vehicle, as snow can blow and reduce visibility for vehicles behind you. ...

ERGO Product Review – November – Staples airCentric 3 Chair

During discussions in Staples’ Work from Anywhere Advisory Council, which our Managing Ergonomist, Rachel Mitchell, is a member of, Staples recognized an opportunity to improve their ergonomic offerings for both businesses and individuals working long hours in their...

ERGO Product Review – October – Tool Support Arm

Many industries have tasks where employees hold and operate a tool for prolonged periods of time.  Depending on the task at hand, whether cutting, grinding, honing, or fastening, prolonged hand tool use can expose employees to a number of musculoskeletal hazards....

Exoskeletons: Considerations for Implementation and Use

ERGO Inc.'s Certified Ergonomists attended a CRE-MSD workshop on the use of exoskeletons in industry and their potential role in Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) prevention strategies.  We are sharing our take-aways with you. What are Exoskeletons? Exoskeletons or...

ERGO Product Review – September – Microsoft Sculpt Keyboard & Mouse Package

The Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Desktop package is comprised of three separate components – a keyboard, number pad, and mouse. The Keyboard Ergonomic Design: The split design of the keyboard, with a slight upward angle toward the midline, is designed to promote more...

ERGO Video Short – 3 Strategies for Safe Lifting

When performing lifting tasks, it's important to think about more than just the weight of what you are lifting.  Even a light object can result in a back injury when it not lifted in a good ergonomic way.. Watch ERGO Inc.'s Video Short and learn some strategies for...

Ergonomics in Healthcare – Strategies to Reduce Injuries

Working in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare environments can place high physical demands on workers. This work often requires: manual handling, forceful exertions, and awkward postures, typically over the course of a 12-hour shift. The...

ERGO Product Review – August – Kinesis Freestyle 2 Keyboard

Read what our Certified Ergonomists think about the Kinesis Split Keyboard. Split keyboards have positive benefits, primarily due to their ability to reduce ulnar deviation (wrists bent out towards the pinky side of the hand), particularly among users with broader...

Ergonomics Yesterday and Today

We recently came across an article published in the January 1961 edition of the Family Herald, titled The Height of Comfort, in which the author, Cynthia Dean, writes about appropriate working height for the housewife when rolling pastry. The science of ergonomics was...

ERGO Product Review – July – Height-Adjustable Sinks

Using a sink, whether to wash dishes or our hands, is something we do daily.  Yet most of us have probably never stopped to think about the height of the sink.  However, if you work in an occupation where you spend long durations performing work at a sink, such as in...

Work Well VIDEO – How to set up your Sit or Stand Workstation – ERGO Inc. & Staples Canada

Watch Staples Work Well CLICK HERE >> Video ERGO Inc. partnered with Staples Canada on their Work from Anywhere campaign and created an informative video on how to set up a sitting and a standing workstation to ensure proper ergonomics.  This video was so much...

ERGO Video Short – Ergonomic Tips for Keyboarding

LEARN the steps to SAFE keyboarding and reduce your risk of sore wrists, hands and forearms. Have you ever stopped to think about how your keyboard set-up and use can impact your comfort while working? Watch ERGO Inc.'s Video Short that will provide some tips on...

ERGO June Product Review – The Mousetrapper

Mousetrapper Two-Handed Mouse - What do Our Ergonomists Think? The Mousetrapper two-handed mouse is a non-traditional, innovative input control design that sits in front of the keyboard and is operated via a scroll pad and buttons.  Although it looks much different...

Ergonomics Tips for Spring Cleaning

As we open up our windows with the warmer weather, many of us begin our annual spring cleaning. Whether cleaning is a regular part of our lives at home, or an essential requirement at work, there are ways we can apply ergonomic principles to help reduce our risk of...

Top 4 Ergonomic Solutions to the Pitfalls of Hybrid Work

As we eagerly return back to work in the office, many organizations are considering hybrid working models. For some companies, this means implementing shared workstations, commonly referred to as hoteling stations, where employees do not have designated workstations....

ERGO Product Review – May – HandshoeMouse

Ergonomist's Review of the Hippus HandshoeMouse SHIFT The Hippus HandshoeMouse SHIFT is a new mouse recently released by Hippus, building on the previous larger-bodied and curved design of the original Handshoe.  Working with a larger-bodied mouse helps to reduce over...

ERGO Product Review April – Global Tritek Chair

Global Tritek Office Chair Most computer users spend 8+ hours each day sitting, and what they sit on can have a significant impact on their overall comfort.  A well-fitting, adjustable office chair is critical for ensuring employees are properly supported in a seated...

THE TRUE VALUE OF ERGONOMICS – What Cost : Benefit To Expect?

Are you underestimating the TRUE value of ergonomics? Our experience tells us that most employers and businesses do not understand the true value that effective ergonomic initiatives can have on their bottom line. For too long ergonomics has resided in peoples’...

ERGO Product Review – March

Ergonomists review the Kensington Pro Fit Vertical Mouse The theory behind the use of a vertical mouse is that they place the hand in a more neutral “handshake” like posture, which has been shown to decrease strain on the elbow, as well as on the wrist.  In particular...

Ergonomic Baking Tips

Ergonomics is a discipline that can be applied not only at work, but also at home during hobbies like gardening, woodworking, or baking. Below are some of our ERGOnomist’s favourite baking tips to help you be more comfortable while making delicious creations.  Happy...

ERGO Video – Home Office Hacks

Many of us are now working at home either part time or in a hybrid work situation.  Be sure you are not putting yourself at risk for discomfort. Watch ERGO Inc.'s Video Short that will answer some of the key ergonomic questions that people have about setting up a home...

“A Laptop is Adequate for Home Office Use” – True or False?

Laptops are great mobile computers that allow us to work from a coffee shop, a conference room, or from home. However, there are inherent ergonomic design flaws when working off a laptop and not setting it up properly.  When a laptop is used for prolonged periods of...

ERGO Product Review – February

ErgoVerse SAIPH Foot Brace Rail Why may you need a Foot Rest or Foot Rail? When you are seated at your computer workstation your feet should be supported.  Dangling feet can result in strain on your lower back.  When you stand, you may want to put one foot up on a bar...

ERGO Product Review – January

Fellowes Professional Series Laptop Workstation The Fellowes Professional Series Laptop Workstation is a sturdy laptop stand, ideal for larger and / or heavier laptops and use at a designated workstation. For employees working from home and using a laptop, this is a...

Ergonomic Goals for 2022

2022 is underway and it’s the perfect time to evaluate your Ergonomics Program to identify gaps to ensure risk reduction, as well as improved productivity, work quality, and overall job satisfaction. Ask yourself – does our organization have the key components for a...

ERGO Video – Ergonomic Guidelines for use of a Sit-Stand Workstation

Do you have a sit stand workstation?  Are using it optimally and getting the full benefits from your adjustable station? Watch ERGO Inc.'s 2 minute video that will answer some of the key ergonomic questions that people have about sit stand workstations.  ...

Things You May Not Know Your Mouse Can Do… Including Improve Ergonomics!

DO YOU KNOW HOW TO ERGONOMICALLY USE YOUR MOUSE?       Many of us tend to use the default mode for our mouse - set for right-handed use, scrolling though 3 lines at a time, with a default pointer speed. However, there are 5 simple adjustments you can...

Stretching Programs at Work – Do they Reduce Injuries

Does stretching reduce injuries? This has long been a question of debate in the athletic world and is now also a question being asked by employers. Stretching programs have been gaining popularity in workplaces and they do have some merits. There is no one solution...