Request for Ergonomic Assessment Form
Ergonomic assessments can assist in identifying risks associated with improper equipment use, repetitive tasks and poor workstation set-up. Ontario Tech University’s Health and Safety Officer can recommend changes to your workstation which can be taken into consideration when working on-campus or from your home office.
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What is involved in an ergonomics assessment?
- An employee’s job duties, workstation layout, tools and equipment used as well as the way in which the worker performs their duties will be taken into consideration.
- An on-campus visit will be arranged and if needed, a virtual assessment can be conducted of an employee’s home office.
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What types of recommendations can be made through an ergonomics assessment?
- Recommendations can be made to adjust the lay-out of a workspace as well as the design.
- Assessing how the worker approaches their work duties will aid in identifying ways to optimize both the health of the worker and their performance.
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What if I require specialized equipment or a workplace accommodation as a result of an ergonomics assessment?
Your Health and Safety Officer will work with you, your manager and the Health and Safety Disability Management Specialist. For further information regarding workplace accommodations, please visit the Accommodation for Employees and Job Applicants with Disabilities site.
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Your Ergonomic Workstation Checklist!
Written in consultation with Jim Trahan-Laurin, physiotherapist, and Chahrazed Foudil, occupational therapist.
Are you interested in reducing the risk of injury and boosting your work productivity?
Connect with your manager and complete a Request for Ergonomic Assessment!
