Ergonomics
(From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)

Ergonomics (or human factors) is the application of scientific information concerning objects, systems and environment for human use (definition adopted by the International Ergonomics Association in 2007). Ergonomics is commonly thought of as how companies design tasks and work areas to maximize the efficiency and quality of their employees’ work. However, ergonomics comes into everything which involves people. Work systems, sports and leisure, health and safety should all embody ergonomics principles if well designed.

It is the applied science of equipment design intended to maximize productivity by reducing operator fatigue and discomfort. The field is also called biotechnology, human engineering, and human factors engineering.
Ergonomic research is primarily performed by ergonomists who study human capabilities in relationship to their work demands. Information derived from ergonomists contributes to the design and evaluation of tasks, jobs, products, environments and systems in order to make them compatible with the needs, abilities and limitations of people (IEA, 2000).

Our work often obliges us to work in positions that require poor posture.
In addition to being uncomfortable, this can cause premature fatigue and
increase the risk of injuries.

Here are some statistics directly related to poor posture: ''In 2005 in the
United States, almost 15% of the 1 234 680 injuries and illnesses with days
away from work came from worker motion or position.''
Source : Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor

Ergonomic seats from Rousseau Metal improve the worker's comfort and reduce tension and fatigue, therefore reducing the risk of injury.

Rousseau Metal ergonomic seats reduce tension in the:

• - Shoulders
• - Lumbar region
• - Knees
• - Ankles

The ergonomic seats are equipped with high-density cushions covered with durable fabric that is easy to care for.  Plus, all the seats are height adjustable allowing for a comfortable position at all times 

Find out more at www.rousseaumetal.com or call your Packaging System consultant.
 

According to a recent productivity study in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), November 12, 2003 – Volume 290, No. 18: “Lost productive time from common pain conditions among active workers costs an estimated $61.2 billion per year [in the U.S.]…while at work and not work absence.” The use of ergonomic / anti-fatigue / stress-reducing flooring is considered a critical means to alleviate the pain associated with standing work and, as a result, reduce the exposure to L& I claims and increase productivity.

How should you go about evaluating anti-fatigue flooring and implement a working surface that offers the best health and safety benefits as well as the best value?

You can find 9 essential questions to consider before buying antifatigue flooring at http://www.satechinc.com/questions.htm These questions are based on a broad analysis of research data* relating to the effectiveness of standing/working surfaces and their impact on reducing fatigue and injury as well as their ability to increase productivity. Recent research has spawned a new generation of work surfaces and indicates the optimal surface is based on a combination of critical elements working in concert and not softness alone.

Packaging Systems partner, Lift Products, offers ergonomic material handling equipment including lift tables, battery-handling equipment, battery operated electric carts and custom ergonomic material handling equipment.

"Innovations in Ergonomics" aptly describes our guiding philsophy. The development of material handling products with the emphasis on ergonomics enables us to actually contribute to a reduction of injuries in the workplace. We are proud to be able to offer products that are ergonomically designed and, as a result, substantially increase productivity.

Scissor lifts and battery handling equipment are designed to improve existing technology and make workers more productive. Our battery operated electric cart features built-in safety and dependability in addition to having state of the art technology. The battery operated electric cart minimizes the possibility of employee injuries caused by pushing and pulling non-powered carts.

If your ergonomic material handling requirements are difficult to satisfy with standard products, our custom material handling department excels at modifying our existing products to meet those requirements or designing a completely new product customized to your specific workplace. Our hydraulic lifts, electric carts, die handling and material-handling equipment can all be customized to suit your unique needs.

Let us help you satisfy your ergonomic material handling needs. Contact Packaging Systems of Indiana via e-mail and we will contact you immediately. We will be happy to discuss your requirements for lift tables, electric carts, battery handling equipment and ergonomic material handling equipment.