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Ergonomics

Ergonomic programs aim to minimize the risk of musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) injuries such as work-related pains and discomfort and identify appropriate solutions through the evaluation of people, processes, and work environment.  

Programs

Ergonomic Programs and Resources 

Office Ergonomics

The following resources are intended to guide employees in a self-assessment of the ergonomic design of their computer workstation. These guidelines and tips can help to identify and correct ergonomic problems to prevent repetitive strain injuries, eyestrain, fatigue and discomfort.

Ergonomic Assessments

Before requesting an ergonomic assessment, Health and Safety recommends reviewing the ergonomic program and all ergonomic resources.  Employees are encouraged to complete the Ergonomic Self Assessment checklist, make all applicable recommended adjustments to your workstation, and try out the new set up for at least a week.  If pain/discomfort still continues, you can request an ergonomic assessment of your workstation through your supervisor by following the steps below.

Step 1: Notify your supervisor of your pain/discomfort at your workstation and any adjustments that have been made. (NOTE: Any work-related injuries requiring medical attention also require an Accident/Incident from to be completed, in order for a WSIB claim to be initiated. Please see the Accident/Incident Reporting page to complete a form.

Step 2: The supervisor completes the outline intake from which will be sent on behalf of the employee here: ergonomic assessment.  This form will be submitted to Dr. Dave Andrews in Kinesiology, to arrange an ergonomic assessment.

   Note: there is a nominal fee of $100 for this service, which is the responsibility of the unit in which the employee works.

Step 3: Dr. Dave Andrews in Kinesiology (ext. 2433 or email: dandrews@uwindsor.ca) will contact the employee to arrange an appointment date;

Step 4: The ergonomic assessment is completed; and

Step 5: A written report is provided to the employee, the employee's supervisor and Occupational Health & Safety with any recommendations. It is then the responsibility of the employee's unit to implement recommendations and obtain appropriate equipment.

Departments can order office equipment through Purchasing, who have specifications of approved ergonomic chairs within our Preferred Vendor agreements. Please see below for Equipment Buying tips.

Equipment Buying Tips

Ergonomic Equipment Buying Tips

Other Resources/Legislation