It's Easy to
be ERGO
There are literally dozens of ways
you can make the work you do at U-M easier on your
body. The Michigan Healthy Community Ergonomics
Awareness Program is here to help you learn how following
easy ergonomic principles can help you prevent aches,
pains and repetitive injuries.
How?
It's easier than you may think:
Start
with "Self Help"
This section
offers tutorials designed specifically for the U-M community.
They can help you evaluate your own work area - whether
you work in an office, lab or a more physically-demanding
job. You'll find helpful tips on how to move, lift, and
adjust your work space to lessen stresses on your body
and help you stay comfortable and injury free. These
easy changes can have big results -- and with little
or no cost to you and your unit.
Latest Information to Help You Avoid Aches and Injuries
- Winners of the 2nd Annual Ergonomics Grants and Awards have been announced! Twelve deserving U-M units were awarded a total of $45,000 in grants and six units were recognized for implementing ergonomic solutions that reduced risk factors.
- The Self Help page has been updated with new information to help you make the work you do easier on your body.
- Remember to visit the Ergonomics Awareness pages often for the latest tips and resources to improve your safety and comfort. And check out the Comments & Photos tab at the top of this page to see what participants are saying about the difference an ergonomic intervention can make in your comfort and productivity.
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Download
No-No/ERGO Reminders
Looking for easy reminders that you can post in your
workplace? This is the place you'll find downloadable
images of postcards and posters that serve as quick reminders
of basic ergonomic principles you can incorporate
every day.
Ergo Frequently Asked Questions
Look through the Ergonomic "Frequently Asked Questions" for
specific answers. You'll find straightforward suggestions
and advice on how ergonomics is a great way to make
your work easier on your body.
How to Get Help and More Information
If you are looking for a more one-on-one approach, or
have specific questions and want to consult with an expert,
look into the U-M Ergo Resources for an easy guide to
find the right department to serve you. You'll find links
to M-Works, UMHHC Safety Management Services, UM-Flint
Environmental Health & Safety, UM-Dearborn Campus
Safety & Security, and Occupational Safety & Environmental
Health that are committed to helping you improve ergonomics.
These units have joined together and updated their websites
with new self-help information and tips. You'll also find a comprehensive listing of links to other resources to help you find the information you need on a variety of ergonomic topics.
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