What is Ergonomics?

Ergonomics is the science of fitting the task to the worker to maximize productivity while reducing discomfort, fatigue, and injury.

What do I do if I am in need of an assessment?

  1. Try adjusting your workstation by:
    • Reviewing the Healthy Workstation Guidelines and What to look for in Office Chairs in the resources section.
  2. If an in person assessment is still needed:
    • Contact your supervisor.  It is important that your supervisor is aware of your request.  
    • Contact Safety & Risk Management to schedule an in person assessment.

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Telecommuting

Telecommuting—also known as working from home (WFH), working remotely, or e-commuting—is a work arrangement in which the employee works outside the office. Often this means working from home or at a location close to home, such as coffee shops, libraries, or co-working spaces. 

Ergonomic recommendations when telecommuting.

 

Additional Information

View resources below in SharePoint:

Resources

  • Healthy Workstation Guidelines
  • Breaks - When should I take them?
  • Office Chairs - What to look for?
  • Workstation Stretches

Office Posters

  • Avoid Ergonomic Injuries
  • Back2Basics
  • Lift Right
  • Practice Good Ergonomics
  • Sit Right
  • Take a Break
  • What You See Could Hurt You

Ergonomic Tips & Checklists

  • Combining Comfort & Safety
  • General Ergonomics - Checklist
  • Work Ergonomically - Tipsheet

Contact Information

April Dunham-Filson, Health & Safety Specialist
Phone: (209) 667-3689
adunhamfilson@csustan.edu

 

 

Updated: December 21, 2023