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How to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders while working …

WEBAdjust backrest height and angle to give firm support; remove arms from chair to enable you to get close to the desk; remove any obstructions under desk (e.g. …

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What is Ergonomics

WEBErgonomics (or ‘human factors’ as it is referred to in North America) is a branch of science that aims to learn about human abilities and limitations, and then …

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6 Reasons Your Back and Neck Pain Won’t Go Away

WEBBack and neck pain affect many people and, due to increased use of technology and lifestyle factors, are on the rise. This is a two part article, based on the work of the lovely …

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How to use the revised NIOSH Equation

WEB1. Compute the total number of lifts performed for the 15 minute period Lifting rates x work time Lifting rate: the number of actual lifts per minute. 2. Divide the total number of lifts …

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Pillow talk: how ergonomics can make you better in bed

WEBAfter the mattress, the pillow is a vital factor to getting a good night’s sleep. A good pillow will support the head and neck during sleep, preventing sustained bending of the neck …

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Managing the risk of falls at the workplace

WEBFalls in the workplace is a leading cause of death and serious Injury in Australia. Fall hazards can be found in many workplaces. Hazards involving increased …

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What do ergonomists do

WEBIt is the ergonomist’s role is to study all aspects of the working situation and to fit the job to the human’s attributes. Ergonomists use information about people, for example, their …

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Ergonomics Assessments

WEBErgonomics Assessments. Since 1977 our team of ergonomists, engineers and safety experts have assisted organisations Australia wide to achieve safe working …

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HFESA: Governing Body for Ergonomics Professionals

WEBErgonomics professionals and human factors specialists are governed by the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia Inc (HFESA). Its purpose is to promote the …

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Ergonomics Training

WEBArm your team with the skills and knowledge to make your workplace safe, comfortable and productive. Whatever your stakeholder training requirements, Dohrmann Consulting’s …

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Preventing slips, trips and falls on stairs

WEBKey points: • Falls on stairs are common, and often lead to serious injuries. • Falls on stairs are often complex - there are multiple possible factors that can cause a …

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Online Training: Ergonomics – working from home

WEBOur “Ergonomics: Working from home” training course is designed to be delivered online via a live webinar. Over the course of an hour, one of our ergonomics and safety specialist …

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When is a shelf height unsafe

WEB04 August, 2022. Warehouse and office shelving can present a risk of injury from: Reaching above your head or bending below your knees to reach items. Climbing on lower …

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Does your First Aid need some…First Aid

WEBFirst aid is an essential part of health and safety compliance. As an employer, you are required to provide, so far as is reasonably practicable, a safe …

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Workplace safety and your responsibilities

WEBThe scope of the responsibility requires employers to: Provide and maintain a safe working environment at all times, including control frequency, pace and entry to high risk areas. …

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Download your free workstation self-assessment.

WEBDohrmann Consulting Head Office: 200 Mt Alexander Rd, Travancore, Victoria, 3032 Postal Address: PO Box 27, Parkville, Victoria, 3052 Tel: (03) 9376 1844 Fax: (03) 9376 3124 …

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Trampolines safety: 8 things to watch out for

WEBTrampolines: 8 things to look out for. Trampoline edges are hard and can be dangerous – give them a wide berth, jump in control, always jump to the middle and be …

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