On-site Ergonomic Evaluation
Ergonomics is the dynamic relationship between employees, machines, and the worksite. By maintaining a proactive ergonomic program, injury and the related disability can be reduced. Andersen Physical Therapy specializes in office and material handling ergonomics. We are skilled in evaluating the work environment and specific jobs for risk factors that can bring about potential muscle and skeletal disorders (MSD's)
On-site Ergonomics include:
- Workplace Assessment
- Assistance with Equipment Selection
- Ergonomic Training
- Understanding and improving postural adaptations
- Individual or Group settings
- Comply with Cal OSHA's Ergonomic/Health & Safety Standards
- Ergonomic analysis of the worker's job duties with recommendations for modification(s) in the way the worker performs tasks, or with physical changes to the work environment, or both.
- Analysis of the worker's body mechanics and instruction in correct posture and corrective exercises.
- Recommendations for adaptive equipment, if needed. Various options for adaptive equipment are given to help employers contain costs.
- An objective, detailed summary report of the evaluation is provided to the employer and the worker. In the case of an existing workers' compensation claim, the report also is provided to the attending physician and the insurance company.