Ergonomic Hazards

This occurs when the type of work, body positions and working conditions put a strain on your body.  They are the hardest to spot since you don’t always immediately notice the strain on your body or the harm that these hazards pose.  Short-term exposure may result in “sore muscles” the next day or in the days following the exposure, but long term exposure can result in serious long-term illness.

Ergonomic Hazards include:

• Improperly adjusted workstations and chairs

• Frequent lifting

• Poor posture

• Awkward movements, especially if they are repetitive

• Having to use too much force, especially if you have to do it frequently

• Vibration