Ergonomics has become such an important part of occupational health that OSHA has drafted an ergonomic standard for general industry; applying to heavy manufacturing, light industrial and professional office environments. Hellman & Associates can provide a number of services to reduce back injuries and cumulative trauma disorders, reduce medical and workers’ compensation costs and increase employee morale and productivity.

• Records review and analysis of injury and illness trends
• Workplace analysis to identify ergonomic exposures
• In-depth ergonomic job analysis to identify risk factors
• Ergonomic education programs
• Development and implementation of prevention and control measures to reduce injuries and illnesses caused by overexertion and repetitive motion
• Organization and facilitation of ergonomic committees
• Compliance with OSHA’s proposed ergonomic standard

The Benefits:
Through effective ergonomics your company can realize:

• A reduction in the incidence and severity of back injuries and cumulative trauma disorders
• A decrease in medical and workers’ compensation costs
• An increase in employee morale and productivity