Ergonomics And Physiotherapy SingaporeIntroductionsErgonomics is concerned with the "best fit" of people and their work or work processes. The focus is people, understanding their physical, mental and emotional abilities and restrictions, aiming to make sure that the entire work and its tasks, processes, equipments and environment of work suit the worker as good as possible. What is Repetitive Strain Injury? Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) is a term used by many people to refer to a range of disorders of the neck, shoulder, arm, wrist and hand, that can be caused, or made worse by work. RSI can be caused by people using excessive force (pushing, pulling or supporting), making repetitive movements, adopting an awkward or static posture, and by spending excessive time on an activity.Environmental, psychosocial and individual factors can also play a part, including work design, organisation, management and the social environment.Why consider the risks of RSI? Injuries and accidents can occur wherever people are at work – where manual handling occurs, where there is work of a repetitive nature, or where people are seated at display screen equipment…on top of the fact that (1) Singapore’s working population is ageing rapidly; (2) greater awareness of productivity loss due to RSI/WMSD; (3) growing competitive pressures in many market sectors According the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), it is estimated that 12.3 million working days were lost in 2001/2002 due to work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSD):
Ergonomics and Human Factors Consultancy Options A. Comprehensive Ergonomics Package at $825 per employee/workstation which includes the following services:
B. Basic Workstation Evaluation Package per employee/workstation including the assessment and detailed report costs as follows:
This involves the analysis of work set-up and workstation and the identification of risk factors. The objective is to compose and gather a list of ergonomic risk factors associated with specific duties and tasks. The methods used consists of observation and measurement. Following the evaluation, we will provide a report for the area assessed. The report will include cost-effective recommendations on workstation designs and preventing and alleviating work-related musculoskeletal disorders. C. Basic Comfort Level Survey Package at $240 per employee/workstation which includes the following services:
This survey is to determine and analyse the subjective and objective comfort level of the employees in a particular job or work area. From the survey, we will be able to provide you with information on your employees’ health profile. We recommend that the survey covers all the employees or an appropriate sample representative of the organization. [Ad hoc] Follow Up Consultation ($350 per hour) [Optional] Master Ergonomics Report* (EHS) ($45 per employee)*The Master Ergonomics Report consolidates all data and information received through the Ergonomic Workstation Evaluations, Repetitive Strain Injury Screener and Employee Health Survey to understand the statistical ergonomics current and future risks and trends in a given company. It is used to identify and prioritize health initiatives e.g. interventions, trainings, workshops etc. Talks, Workshops and Group Trainings The purpose of training and education is to ensure that employees are sufficiently informed and educated on the ergonomic hazards to which they may be exposed to and hence be able to participate actively and independently in their own protection in the future. The trainings may be in the forms of talks and demonstrations, as well as workshops and seminars.On-Site Talks and Demonstrations ($350 per talk) – The talks and demonstrations will be targeted at all employees. Each session may cater up to 100 employees/participants. The duration of each talk is about an hour.Topics covered includes:
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