Reasonable adjustments for DSE users – it’s not always about the chair or desk
When discussing Display Screen Equipment (DSE) adjustments, the conversation can quickly focus on chairs, desks, or specialist peripherals. While equipment can absolutely play an important role, effective reasonable adjustments are often broader than furniture alone. In many cases, the biggest improvements come from changing how someone works, rather than simply what they work with. Reasonable adjustments can include: Flexible break […]
Redefining Ergonomics
As passionate advocates for ergonomics and human wellbeing, we often find ourselves having to answer questions from those who still hold common misconceptions about ergonomics. Many still view ergonomics as merely ‘telling people off for not sitting properly’ or focusing solely on quirky mice designs! We really need to shift the narrative so we are […]
Addressing the Evolution of Human Size and its Impact on Workplace Ergonomics
As humans, we’ve undergone significant changes in our physical stature over the past century. In many cases (obviously not all), we’ve grown taller, wider, and live longer lives. But what’s behind these shifts in our size, and how does it affect us in the modern world? Contrary to popular belief, these changes aren’t due to […]
Decoding Ergonomics: A Guide For Workplace Managers
Have you ever read a workplace assessment report and been a little perplexed by some of the industry terminology? Today we want to unpack some of the key terms for any workplace managers out there who may be new to Ergonomics. So, let’s start with some common acronyms: WRULDs (Work-Related Upper Limb Disorders): These are […]
The Rise of Value-Driven Workplaces and Avoiding Burnout!
As burnout continues to be a problem in a workforce where the fast pace of modern life and work means employees often struggle to achieve balance. We are seeing people gravitate towards businesses that prioritise their wellbeing and promote better values. Statistics Show the Impact: A study by Gallup found that burned-out employees are 63% […]
Boost Your Workforce with Ergonomics: Enhancing Engagement and Performance!
Employee engagement lies at the heart of organisational success, and at Inspired Ergonomics, we recognise the relationship that ergonomics plays in nurturing this engagement. By prioritising ergonomic solutions, we not only improve employee well-being but also drive productivity and loyalty within the workforce. Numerous scholarly studies underscore the profound impact of ergonomics on employee engagement […]
On a Need to Know Basis: Overcoming Wellbeing Issues in the Workplace
As professionals dedicated to helping organisations create healthier work environments, it’s crucial to acknowledge that human factors encompasses far more than just the physical setup of a workstation. While optimising desk arrangements, chair selections, and mouse usage is undoubtedly important, it only scratches the surface of an individual’s daily experiences. Consider this: We can’t truly […]
Beyond Posture: How Ergonomic Design is Shaping Community-Building Experiences and Fostering Customer Loyalty
One trend that’s reshaping the business landscape is the power of community and how it helps to build customer loyalty. Organisations are seeing that retaining customer loyalty goes beyond offering discounted transactions; it’s about creating a sense of community. Ergonomics can play a pivotal role in shaping those memorable community-building experiences! Consider the last time […]
Embracing Generational Ergonomics: How Gen Z Is Shaping the Future of Work
Each generation leaves its’ mark on the way we work. The entrance of Generation Z marks a new era in workplace dynamics. Born between 1997 and 2012, Gen Z individuals have grown up in the digital age, but also witnessed that the previous generation didn’t manage to really achieve this ‘work life balance’ ideal. We […]
The Message Is Getting Out There!
It has been good to see that the message about the benefit of good ergonomics is beginning to get out there past those already in the know in the sector. We recently found this article at HR magazine about “Why ergonomics is a smart financial investment for HR leaders” written by Marisa Dissanayake which highlights […]
How Do You Measure Success?
Do you believe that success is only measured by numbers on a balance sheet? Didn’t think so. So presumably you see the well-being and productivity of your most valuable assets, your employees as one of the values you want high on your priority list? So have you integrated ergonomics into your corporate culture? Is it […]
The Missing Piece
Proper ergonomic adjustments can lead to increased productivity, reduced absenteeism, and improved overall well-being for employees. However, simply making adjustments without educating employees about the “why” and “how” can result in failures and even potential harm Understand the “Why”: One of the primary reasons why ergonomic adjustments can fail is that employees often lack a […]