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Virtual Ergonomics Assessments for Remote Workers in the U.S.

Virtual Ergonomics Assessments for Remote Workers in the U.S.

Virtual Ergonomics Assessments for Remote Workers in the U.S.

Virtual Ergonomics Assessments for Remote Workers in the U.S.Remote Worker Ergonomics Assessment

Remote working is here to stay in the United States. Now, more people than ever before are setting up a home office to work out of and nearly 60% of Americans say they can do their job from home. As the desire for more flexibility grows, it is only natural that a growing share of workers will operate remotely.

One issue is that employers have spent years emphasizing and investing in their office safety, but how will this translate to a home office? It is crucial for businesses, office managers, and human resource managers to provide their remote workers with the tools to design their home office with proper ergonomics in mind.

In this blog we have gathered tips from the ergonomics experts at Solutions Northwest Inc., an ergonomics consulting company. With these tips, you can improve the situation for your remote employees.

What Is Ergonomics?

Before diving into tips for redesigning the home office, it is essential to briefly define ergonomics. Simply put, ergonomics is the study of how a person operates in their work environment.

It involves designing the workplace to make a worker most efficient and comfortable as possible. Many different human factors are considered in ergonomics, such as personal health, safety, and job performance. Not every workplace is the same, which is why many companies will hire an ergonomics consultant to perform an ergonomics assessment on the workspace.

Why Is Ergonomics Important for the Remote Worker?

Due to recent events and technological advancements, millions of people are now doing remote work in the US. However, with this being a relatively new style of working for many Americans, there was little time to ensure that their home office was ergonomically designed.

This leaves many workers operating under inefficient conditions. These workers may have gone from standing desks to dining room tables, fold-out chairs, or even couches and beds!

Remote Worker Ergonomics AssessmentWithout the careful planning and execution that companies have done for years, remote workers are vulnerable. They are exposed to adverse outcomes such as long-term back and neck injuries. Now that remote work is here to stay for millions, it is imperative to incorporate ergonomic design into the home office.  

What is a Virtual Ergonomics Assessment?

Here, an ergonomics consulting firm performs a mini-ergonomics assessment on your home office. The benefit of this is that a virtual ergonomics assessment does not need to happen in the remote worker’s home and can be done via phone or video.

During an assessment, the ergonomics consultant starts the review with your general working space. They will look at your desk, computer, office chair, and other tools or devices that you use for your daily tasks.

Their objective is to make sure your workspace keeps you pain-free and efficient. Afterwards, the ergonomics consultants will make recommendations on how to improve your workspace.

For example, an ergonomics expert may recommend a keyboard that reduces pressure on your wrists while typing. They may suggest a new office chair to improve posture and relieve the burden on your back and neck.

Some suggestions may be related to employee safety. Ergonomics consultants are trained to identify safety hazards that place the employee at risk. Other recommendations are performance-based, with suggestions made to help improve employee efficiency.

Virtual Ergonomics Assessments for Remote Workers

Proper ergonomics must be considered in the new remote work environment. Unfortunately, the transition to remote work was hasty and did not adequately address ergonomics. This has left too many remote employees vulnerable to injury and inefficiency as a result.

The good news is that a virtual ergonomics assessment can provide solutions for a worker’s home office. If you are interested in a virtual ergonomics assessment for remote workers, contact our ergonomics experts today to schedule an appointment.

At SolutionsNW.com we value the importance of a positive workplace culture. Part of a positive workplace is a safe workplace, Contact Us to schedule an ergonomics consultation or ergonomics assessment for your office today.

Subscribe to our ergonomics blog for more ergonomics tips from Solutions Northwest Inc., ergonomics evaluations available in: Seattle, WA, Tacoma, WA, Olympia, WA, Vancouver, WA, Kent, WA Renton, WA, Beaverton, OR, Portland, OR, Salem, OR.

Virtual Ergonomics Assessment available nationwide!

Contact the Ergonomics Experts at Solutions Northwest Inc. Below:

Multiple Locations

Corporate Office: 120 State Ave. NE #397
Olympia, WA 98501
Business Hours: 8am-5pm M-F
Corporate FAX: 360-866-4773
Email: Info@solutionsnw.com

Olympia, WA

360-236-8748

Portland/Salem, OR

503-768-9742

Seattle, WA

206-521-5676

Contact our Ergonomics Experts

What to Expect from A Virtual Ergonomics Assessment

What to Expect from A Virtual Ergonomics Assessment

What to Expect from A Virtual Ergonomics Assessment

What to Expect from A Virtual Ergonomics AssessmentRemote Worker Ergonomics Assessment

Did you know that about 83% of workers in the U.S. suffer from work-related stress? So many people in the U.S. are overwhelmed at work for a variety of reasons, ranging from workload to general discomfort. 

Employees should feel comfortable and appreciated while at work. Scheduling a virtual ergonomics assessment can be just what you need. These assessments are useful for both remote workers and in-person workers since it is convenient and affordable.

Are you ready to ensure your employees feel comfortable at work? Keep reading to learn more about what you can expect from a virtual ergonomics assessment.

What is an Ergonomics Assessment

A virtual ergonomics assessment has the same goals as an in-person assessment. An ergonomics consultant is hired to evaluate and discuss every aspect of an employee’s working setup during an ergonomics assessment. During this process, an ergonomics expert will assess and design an environment that caters to a worker’s comfort in a way that makes their job easier and improves work productivity.

After the ergonomics assessment, the ergonomics consultant will give advice on how to improve a worker’s setup for comfort and productivity. They will even recommend products and workspace suggestions that will minimize pain and maximize comfort at work. 

Why Ergonomics Assessments Are Important for Every Industry

Ergonomics assessments are important in every industry, from office workers to warehouse workers and everyone between. For example, over 15 million people suffer from chronic joint pain in the United States. An ergonomics assessment would help relieve, or even prevent joint pain for workers.

Ergonomics experts look for a “neutral posture” in their clients. This is a sitting or standing position that puts the least amount of stress on your body and joints. 

When your body does not have a neutral posture, trauma injuries may occur in your joints and other parts of your body. These small, cumulative trauma injuries may take an extended period of time to occur, and so you may not even notice that your posture is injuring you before it’s too late. 

Remote Worker Ergonomics AssessmentSome factors that can affect a worker’s posture and workspace layout are chair height, desk height, computer or laptop screen height, keyboard and wrist positioning, and chair comfort. At Solutions Northwest Inc., for example, our ergonomics consultants take all of these factors into consideration. Through this, we can create a workspace plan that will suit you and your needs. 

Your Virtual Ergonomics Assessment: What to Expect

Using a video chat platform that works best for you, your ergonomics consultant will observe a worker’s work habits, workspace, posture, positioning, etc. They will discuss pain and comfort levels and take any previous injuries or pain into consideration. 

Once the ergonomics consultant has a good idea of the working arrangement, they will come up with a plan tailored to the worker’s needs. The ergonomics consultant will guide the client in altering the height of the chair and work surface to avoid strain on the back, neck, and joints. If the worker is a computer user, they will guide the client in altering the height of computer screen and other computer equipment. 

The ergonomics consultant may recommend more accessible office supplies to reduce strain on the body and joints. They will also likely recommend options that worker’s can get creative with.

An ergonomics consultant may even recommend working lifestyle changes. Moving positions frequently and standing sporadically throughout the workday, if possible, are two key recommendations that one of our ergonomics experts may suggest. 

Speaking first-hand, the methods we use at Solutions Northwest Inc. are effective and work for our clients. To hear what others have to say, read some of our customer testimonials.

The Bottom Line on Virtual Ergonomics Assessments

An ergonomics assessment will help worker’s prevent pain and injury, as well as increase worker productivity. These ergonomic assessments are the perfect way to guarantee comfort at work and now that they are available as a virtual option – they’re more convenient and affordable than ever.

Are you ready to schedule your virtual ergonomics assessment? Contact us today to get started! 

At SolutionsNW.com we value the importance of a positive workplace culture. Part of a positive workplace is a safe workplace, Contact Us to schedule an ergonomics consultation or ergonomics assessment for your office today.

Subscribe to our ergonomics blog for more ergonomics tips from Solutions Northwest Inc., ergonomics evaluations available in: Seattle, WA, Tacoma, WA, Olympia, WA, Vancouver, WA, Kent, WA Renton, WA, Beaverton, OR, Portland, OR, Salem, OR.

Virtual Ergonomics Assessment available nationwide!

Contact the Ergonomics Experts at Solutions Northwest Inc. Below:

Multiple Locations

Corporate Office: 120 State Ave. NE #397
Olympia, WA 98501
Business Hours: 8am-5pm M-F
Corporate FAX: 360-866-4773
Email: Info@solutionsnw.com

Olympia, WA

360-236-8748

Portland/Salem, OR

503-768-9742

Seattle, WA

206-521-5676

Contact our Ergonomics Experts

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