ERGONOMIC EQUIPMENT MONTH: Taking ergonomics beyond the office to warehouses, labs, and remote workforces
Ergonomics, once associated primarily with desk-based office work, is undergoing a transformation. With the evolution of working environments, whether it’s logistics hubs, scientific labs, or hybrid home-office setups, organisations attending the Occupational Safety & Health Forum are rethinking how ergonomic principles can be applied across diverse settings to improve health, safety, and productivity… In warehousing […]
ERGONOMIC EQUIPMENT MONTH: Selecting suppliers based on standards, design, life-cycles and impact
From desk-bound office roles to hands-on industrial environments, organisations attending the OSH Forum are seeking ergonomic solutions that not only prevent injury but also improve employee comfort, productivity, and retention. For senior OH&S professionals, selecting the right ergonomic equipment supplier is about strategic alignment, proven outcomes, and future-proofing… Start with Certification and Standards Reputable suppliers […]
ERGONOMIC EQUIPMENT MONTH: Why UK law still fails workers with musculoskeletal injuries
By Stuart Snape, Partner at Graham Coffey & Co. Solicitors Musculoskeletal injuries are among the most common harms experienced by workers in the UK. They do not usually involve a single moment of crisis. They build slowly, back pain from poor lifting, neck strain from an unsuitable workstation, or joint issues from repetitive tasks. These […]
July 2025 is Ergonomic Equipment & Services Month on Health & Safety Briefing – Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Health & Safety Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the sector – and in July we’ll be focussing on Ergonomic Equipment & Services. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help health & safety buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re […]
ERGONOMIC EQUIPMENT MONTH: Building a healthier workforce while boosting productivity
Occupational health & safety professionals are placing increasing emphasis on ergonomics – the science of designing workplaces to fit the worker, not the other way around. Ergonomic equipment solutions and related services are becoming essential tools in preventing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), promoting employee comfort, and ultimately boosting productivity. We delve into the key drivers of this approach… The Benefits […]
