Many of our students, faculty, and staff work with computers for the majority of their working day. Sitting at your desk for long periods of time can cause repetitive strain injuries. Proper ergonomics in the workspace optimizes work and health through comfort, more efficient movements, and better posture. Use these guidelines to help improve your workspace setup
Lifting and handling heavy loads are often associated with lower back injuries. Working with carts, lifts and other engineering solutions can help reduce these risks.
The landscape of working has changed. Many people are performaing office/computer work remotely without a proper workplace setup. Use these guidelines and best practices to help address current work environments wherever they are.
Routine laboratory procedures can create ergonomic issues. Working with fume hoods, biosafety cabinets, microscopes, and pipettes can create awkward postures and repetitive motion injuries. Use these guidelines to help improve your health in the laboratory setting.
Contact Northeastern’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) program manager, for any questions about workplace accommodations for injury or illness.
If your physician has recommended specific equipment and/or evaluation of your workspace due to a medical condition, contact the Northeastern’s Human Resources Manager