what is it?
Ergonomics is the science that facilitates an employee’s maximum productivity, consistent quality, and long-term physical and mental health and safety. The science focuses on human physical and mental capabilities and limitations in the design of work tasks, workstations, tools, equipment, human biomechanics and environment. Our therapists are Certified Ergonomic Evaluation Specialists (CEES) who work with many Vermont and New York companies, the insurance industry and in the legal arena, identifying risk factors and outlining cost effective solutions that work for your company.
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
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An IHMS therapist will evaluate the designated work area; and evaluate the interface between the person, task and machines to identify risk factors and make recommendations that will reduce the risk of injury and improve the employee's comfort and efficiency.
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The individual employee will be provided with ergonomic education outlining best work position and postures, as well as appropriate stretches (“prep and recovery") for workers within their specific industry.
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The employer will be provided with recommendations that reduce or eliminate the risk factors evaluated. The purpose of providing these ergonomic assessments will be focused on improving the current workstation's layout to promote comfort, improve productivity and manage risk of employees developing injuries, as well as providing education on habits and technique which could promote injury.
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In some cases, recommendations that require the purchase of additional equipment may be necessary due to the lack of adjustability of some desk heights, chairs and overall workstation layouts. If requested, IHMS will assist with the appropriate selection of any equipment to assure that the equipment purchases are appropriate. Equipment purchase recommendations are only made where they are absolutely needed. We understand that there are limitations in company budgets and believe in being fiscally responsible to not recommend any unnecessary equipment.
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Problem solving with maintenance and engineering can be provided for long term solutions to ergonomic risks.
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A detailed report with the outlined risk factors and solutions will be provided.
what are the options?
IHMS can provide a therapist who is a Certified Ergonomic Evaluation Specialist (CEES) to evaluate employees throughout your building.
This is typically done in two different ways:
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Individual Ergonomic Evaluations: IHMS can be contracted on an as-needed basis to evaluate one or more employees who are currently reporting aches or pains or having concerns associated with their work space. As these employees may be reporting discomfort, more time is spent discussing the history of an injury and early intervention stretches may be given in addition to the ergonomic evaluation. Meeting with an employee’s supervisor, as well obtaining a case history may also be included. The employer will receive a report of employee subjective complaints, as well as ergonomic changes completed, and any additional changes that may need further attention.
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Preventative Ergonomic Evaluations: IHMS can schedule a therapist to be on site for a block of time to complete preventative evaluations of work areas or specific tasks. The employer will receive a report with recommendations and findings.
Injury & Health Management Solutions, Inc. appreciates the time you have taken to review and consider our services. Our pledge to you is consistent, quality care and consultation administered by experienced professionals specializing in the services and programs they provide. Should you have any questions or wish to request additional information, please feel free to call us at (802) 655-7575.
