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Elevated ergonomics: How innovation has pushed us beyond efficiency and safety

November 22, 2017

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Ergonomics is a science that examines the interactions between humans and the objects they use. This involves designing and arranging objects so that humans can interact with them as efficiently and safely as they can.

The practice of ergonomics is particularly important in the workplace, and through things like adjustable desk chairs and keyboard wrist rests, employers provide safer and more efficient environments for their employees. In addition to reducing injuries and improving overall safety, workplace ergonomics can increase productivity by 11 percent on average. And since ergonomic practices improve the quality of an office environment, this often results in happier employees.    Read more…

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Source: Mashable | Elevated ergonomics: How innovation has pushed us beyond efficiency and safety

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