人体工程学 can be defined as the science of designing the job to fit the worker. Here at 主要研究 there are many jobs that are conducted on a daily basis that can place us at risk of developing an injury related to ergonomics. This could include computer workstations, repetitive tasks and improper lifting and/or 材料处理.
办公室的支持
Office Workstations can be hazardous to individuals if setup incorrectly. The following links can serve as a guide to self-check your personal workstation, to ensure you are not putting yourself at risk for injury.
远程或在家工作
Working at home or remotely can create some unique challenges when it comes to maintaining a good, 中性, 人体工程学的姿势. 没有合适的桌椅, and/or the use of a laptop computer limits how we can make adjustments to reduce potential ergonomic risks. The main thing to remember is that when working at home or remotely you should try to set up your work area as close to your office environment as possible and apply the same ergonomic principles as you would while working on campus. 请参考 远程工作的人体工程学技巧 了解更多信息. 也, please review the additional information from our web site regarding monitors, 键盘, 鼠标使用, and chairs to assist with getting your home/remote work area set up so you can maintain a good 中性 人体工程学的姿势.
坐立工作站
坐立工作站 allow users to alternate between sitting and standing positions throughout the work day. Not only does this provide individuals with movement breaks while completing job tasks, it also helps to reduce discomfort and fatigue that can be related to remaining in the same position for extended periods of time.
安全回来
安全回来 在工作和家里都是必不可少的吗. Bending, lifting, and carrying are repetitive tasks that can cause injury if not performed correctly. Individuals will want to avoid awkward postures to keep themselves safe during these movements. The following links will provide you with further information on how to prevent injury. If you continue to have questions about your back safety and job tasks, 或者想要正式的人体工程学评估, 请联系Brian Cournoyer.
OEHS的支持
The Office of 环境卫生 and 安全 can assist you with evaluating your work area and job tasks to identify those potential ergonomic risk factors and develop modifications to reduce the potential for an ergonomic related injury. 除了工作站评估, we are available to conduct training relative to back/lifting safety, 计算机工作站和伤害/疾病预防.
Ergonomic assessments typically involve a 30-45 minute visit to the worksite, during which time adjustments to the work area may be made, and recommendations for future modifications provided. 评估完成后, OEHS will provide a report to the requesting employee and his/her supervisor consisting of observations during the assessment, 所做的调整, 还有其他建议吗?.
It is the responsibility of the client to utilize provided resources and recommendations. Any equipment purchased as a result of the assessment is the responsibility of the employee’s department and should be discussed with their department supervisor.
Please note that ergonomic assessments for job tasks and workstations, is a free service offered by the Offiice of 环境卫生 and 安全 at the University of New Hampshire.
额外的资源
知识库包含表单, 指导和培训材料, 分钟, 政策, 工具 and other resources to support your 研究 efforts by topic area.
联系信息
Brian Cournoyer, Occupational Health and 安全 Manager
电话:(603)862-4761
电子邮件: 布莱恩.cournoyer@主要研究.edu
Matthew Smith, Occupational Health and 安全 Coordinator
电话:(603)862-4266
电子邮件: 马太福音.smith@主要研究.edu