Ergonomics
"How can Ergonomics benefit me?"
The Ergonomic Specialists can:
- Perform individual ergonomic evaluations for workstation setup and discussion of discomforts including full evaluation, partial evaluation and follow ups.
- Perform walk-through worksite evaluations and studies.
- Lead training discussions on several topics including back safety, and self care.
- Consult for purchase of furniture and seating for renovations and future moves. We can assist with task, public and training/conference room seating.
- Perform job analysis in case of injury, or a high risk problem job.
- Consult and meet with administration and/or vendors regarding ergonomic equipment/furniture.
"Is Ergonomics for Everyone?"
- Ergonomics is for everyone! It is not just for those who have "carpal tunnel" symptoms or are seeing a physician or has a prescription for something. Everyone needs to be using their body the most effectively with minimal risk; and have the proper tools and furniture for maximizing one's safety and productivity.
Common Misconceptions:
- It is not about getting people the latest and greatest computer hardware and/or "ergonomic" equipment and furniture for everyone. It's really about fitting the work environment to you to eliminate or minimize your risk of injury.
- Just because is says Ergonomic doesn't mean it's worth spending extra dollars on. The term ergonomic doesn't even mean it would be beneficial to you. The ergonomics specialists evaluate on a case by case basis to guide your department in spending wisely.
"How can Ergonomics benefit me?"
The Ergonomic Specialists can:
- Perform individual ergonomic evaluations for workstation setup and discussion of discomforts including full evaluation, partial evaluation and follow ups.
- Perform walk-through worksite evaluations and studies.
- Lead training discussions on several topics including back safety, and self care.
- Consult for purchase of furniture and seating for renovations and future moves. We can assist with task, public and training/conference room seating.
- Perform job analysis in case of injury, or a high risk problem job.
- Consult and meet with administration and/or vendors regarding ergonomic equipment/furniture.
"How do I contact Ergonomics?"
If you are haveing discomfort, we want to hear from you, complete the following request form and send it to us. The sooner the better!
If you are just curious about your workstation set-up or you want a preventive "ergo" check, please complete this self ergonomic checklist. The checklist will give you tips on how to achieve better posture and workstation setup. If after completing the checklist you need further assistance give us a call or complete an ergonomic request form (If you are part of the Justice Courts, Trial Courts, Superior Courts, Juvenile Probation or Adult Probation use this ergonomic request form). Don't forget, the request form must be signed by your supervisor or department ergonomic facilitator.
If we haven't answered your questions in our FAQs area on this website, please feel free to contact one of the following Ergonomists:
"How can Ergonomics benefit me?"
The Ergonomic Specialists can:
- Perform individual ergonomic evaluations for workstation setup and discussion of discomforts including full evaluation, partial evaluation and follow ups.
- Perform walk-through worksite evaluations and studies.
- Lead training discussions on several topics including back safety, and self care.
- Consult for purchase of furniture and seating for renovations and future moves. We can assist with task, public and training/conference room seating.
- Perform job analysis in case of injury, or a high risk problem job.
- Consult and meet with administration and/or vendors regarding ergonomic equipment/furniture.
"Why does Maricopa County have this program?"
Our goals are to:
- Prevent/reduce employee injuries due to ergonomic risk factors
- Promote and design a productive and efficient workplace for County Employees
- Be a strategic planning partner, assisting in smart spending of County funds
- Assist in reducing workman's compensation costs through effective job analysis, design and training
- To educate employees and management about ergonomic principles to enable them to perform their job function safely and efficiently