Office ergonomics
Top tips for buying a portable you can live withAug 2007We are often asked for advice by individuals and organisations about to invest in buying portable computers.
A user centred office design can help your bottom lineMar 2007Leslie Fountain, one of our senior consultants, recently contributed to an article in the Financial Times looking at how a good working environment and usable technology can improve staff productivity and reduce staff turnover.
Musculoskeletal Disorders - the importance of a proactive approachJan 2006One of our ergonomics consultants, looks at some of the common causes of musculoskeletal disorders and how to avoid them.
Business Benefits from Ergonomics TrainingJun 2004At System Concepts the objective of our ergonomics training is not to teach you the general principles of ergonomics.
Seating and the Virtual OfficeJun 2004National Teleworking Week takes place this month. Although it has its obvious advantages, teleworking encourages a sedentary lifestyle.
The tip of the icebergJun 2004It has recently been estimated by the Trades Union Congress (TUC) that there are over 150,000 people each year suffering symptoms of repetitive strain injury (RSI) or work related upper limb disorder (WRULD) in the UK.
Ergonomics As Customer Focused Risk ManagementJun 2004We often see investment in new working environments, expensive software and equipment wasted, because the real needs of the user and their tasks are not taken into account when the purchase or change is made.
Ergonomics Data for DesignMay 2004To promote the importance of using ergonomics data in the design process, the UK Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) produced a series of publications which contain a collection of the most up-to-date anthropometric and physical strength data for children and adults of all ages from countries world-wide.
Benefits of office ergonomicsMay 2004Buying ergonomic office furniture and equipment can be a costly business. It can be hard for companies to see the financial benefit of supplying their staff with (for example) good chairs, ergonomic keyboards or proper foot rests.
Ergonomics in the Real WorldMay 2004Tanya Heasman shows how good ergonomic design can save money by reducing energy expenditure. By paying attention to how lighting control systems are actually used in practice, companies can slash their energy bills (and save the planet into the bargain).
Effective and Ergonomic Design of Call CentresMay 2004By 2003 an estimated half a million people will be employed in Call Centres. For facilities managers this trend could provide many headaches, as there will be more and more demands for innovative, cost effective, space-saving designs.
Three simple rules of chair designMay 2004In our consulting work we have noted that many office employees do not adjust their chairs. It is tempting to say that this is because people do not know how to make the adjustments, but this would be wrong.
Nine questions you've always wanted to ask about display screen workMay 2004The Display Screen Equipment Regulations (1992 as amended 2002) require Employers to assess workstations to identify possible risks to users. Any risks identified as a result of the assessment must be reduced to the lowest extent reasonably practicable.
Telephone Headsets, Posture and Musculoskeletal SymptomsMay 2004In 1998, we had the opportunity to conduct a detailed investigation of the impact of headset use amongst people who use the telephone and computer intermittently through out the day in four different organisations in Central London.
Teleworking: Practical Ergonomic AdviceMay 2004Teleworking sounds like everybody's dream job. But homeworkers are risking their health by not paying attention to some fundamental principles of ergonomics.
The Mouse TrapMay 2004Having problems with your mouse? The mouse is an input device that people either love or hate. If you are currently in a "hate" phase, we have put together some ideas that will help you make the most effective and efficient use of it.
How to click with your mouseMay 2004As computer users we are all aware of the stress and strains that can result from using the keyboard, and mouse use is playing an increasing role in the work place.
Top tips for buying a portable you can live withMay 2004We are often asked for advice by individuals and organisations about to invest in buying portable computers.
A Guide to Work Related Upper Limb Disorders (WRULDs)May 2004This article has been compiled to help clarify the nature of Work Related Upper Limb Disorders (WRULD) and to identify the known contributory factors.
System: look at all components and their interactionNov 2003I was recently at a meeting where a personal injury lawyer reported that their client had been told by their doctor that they could never 'touch a keyboard again' as a result of their Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI).
See You In Court - A Day in the Life of An Expert WitnessJun 2002Awareness of work related injuries such as upper limb disorders or low back problems has improved in recent years.