Ergonomic assessments, also referred to as workstation assessments, are scientific, evidence-based assessments with an objective of ensuring a worker’s workstation is designed in such a way to minimize the risk of injury and allow for optimal productivity.

Assessments are conducted:

• To support injured workers returning to work by ensuring that their workstation is designed to minimize any discomfort as they recover from their injury and prevent any re-aggravation.
• For workers who work from home, to ensure their working environment is safe and optimally designed.

We offer brief assessments designed to ensure correct workstation set-up. These checklist-based assessments are a cost effective way of preventing any injury, pain or discomfort for an individual or a group of workers.

Where an individual is already experiencing pain or discomfort, or has an injury or disability, we conduct a thorough assessment to ensure they can work safely and comfortably. The assessment helps employers to meet their duty of care with a formal report also provided.

All ergonomic assessments are conducted by experienced physiotherapists and cover:

• Workplace posture
• Physical work demands
• Equipment and workplace design
• Environmental factors (lighting, noise and temperature)
• Keyboard and mouse usage
• Micro-break advice and exercises
• Management strategies