Laboratories provide many opportunities for ergonomic stressors to manifest into injuries or repetitive stress disorders. Major ergonomic issues in the laboratory setting includes static and/or ...

The Ergonomics and Biomechanics Lab seeks to understand the causes of injuries and work-related musculoskeletal disorders and to enhance the workers'/patients' safety, productivity, and efficiency. We ...

In recognition of the expanded use of 3D printers in Purdue University facilities EHS has developed 3D printing health and safety guidelines. Studies have indicated that 3D printers are capable of ...

From ergonomics to automation, learn about the tools that scientists turn to for greater efficiency, accessibility, and sustainability in the lab. With the advent of automation and digitization in the ...

Annoyed by uncomfortable handling in the lab? Workflows in today’s laboratories are becoming ever more condensed, and the strain of laboratory work is constantly increasing – making the ergonomics of ...

Tips on Technique_Ergonomics at the Lab Bench Video from thescientistllc on Vimeo. Repetitive laboratory tasks cause numerous shoulder, forearm, wrist, and hand injuries. Research has shown that ...

Pipetting is one of the most common tasks performed in a laboratory on a daily basis. Studies show that more than 40% of lab professionals suffer from pipetting-caused disorders. In addition to ...

Your comfort, health and productivity in the laboratory is affected by how you arrange and adjust your equipment. Follow the steps in this helpful guide to ensure you find the most ergonomic position ...

The National Ergonomics Conference and Expo (NECE) provides a forum for professionals looking for new ways to reduce workplace related injuries, improve The National Ergonomics Conference and Expo ...

The topic of ergonomics is huge. It is far too large to cover in one, ten maybe even hundreds of articles. But the benefits of ergonomic-minded planning are too important to ignore. This article is ...