The WorkSaver Blog

Ergonomics Ergonomics, “the study of work” has gain increased importance over the last few years with the graying of the American work force. Since the 1960’s the growth of the U.S. population aged 65 and over has more than doubled. The increased focus on the aging...

Wellness Tip of the Month The Harm of Drinking Sugary Drinks (Sodas) One of the many contributors to the epidemic of obesity, in children and adults, is drinking sugar loaded sodas. In fact, Dr. Bunch preaches regularly in his motivational wellness seminar, Enemy...

Ergonomic Tip of the Month Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls – A Problem Gaining Importance in an Aging Workforce. Accidents involving slips, trips and falls send 9 million people to the hospital each year and are a leading cause of workers’ compensation claims,...

Basis for Fit-For-Duty Evaluations of Incumbent Employees as Per EEOC Criteria: Following a request for accommodation Observance of performance problems relate to a known medical condition Observance of symptoms indicating possible medical condition that threatens...

By Ann Brenoff, AARP, 2012 More than one out of every three boomers — more than 21 million — will be considered obese by 2030. Already, we are the demographic with the highest and fastest-growing rate of obesity. As we age, our metabolism slow down and we burn...

Variables in the NIOSH lift equation are the same task variables that can be affected by ergonomic intervention to reduce the risk of lifting injuries. The basic ergonomic principles related to these variables include: Weight: Reduce the weight of the materials...