Are Healthcare Environments Any Different Than General Industry? The short answer is undoubtedly, “Yes.” Healthcare environments present a number of unique challenges for applying ergonomics that are not often present in general industry. Those  challenges include but are not limited to: Non-stop Operation – 24/7 means shift work and shared workspaces. Healthcare must serve theContinue reading

One of the most common inquiries we receive from our past students is a request for  documentation that demonstrates a significant return on investment (ROI) from companies that have implemented ergonomics programs?” Of course there are numerous places that one can find cost calculators and success stories, but one organization in particular stands above allContinue reading

Ron Porter will act as guest speaker at the next Altanta Applied Ergonomics Meeting. Details Below: Thursday, November 1, 2012 from 11:30a.m. until 1:00p.m.! Speaker:  Ron Porter, PT, CEAS III, Director of The Back School Topic:  Ergonomics: Bridging the Gap from Treatment to Prevention and Wellness for  The Aging Worker: This overview will outline simple costContinue reading