Ergonomics

Environment, Health, & Safety

Is the “science of designing work environments and processes for the people who use them”. Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) works with M Healthy and the U-M ergonomics team to increase awareness of ergonomics resources available to University of Michigan-Flint faculty and staff. 

Prevention

EHS provides free initial ergonomic evaluations for any faculty or staff member that is interested in preventing discomfort while performing job tasks. During the current pandemic situation, EHS can provide initial ergonomic evaluations for workers who are working remotely via phone or virtual platform. In performing an ergonomic evaluation, work-related factors that may pose a risk of illness or injury can be identified. EHS also provides loaner office equipment for employees to try before they buy when requested. If interested in either of these programs, please contact EHS for further information.

Medical Ergonomics Program

MHealthy will provide a free medical ergonomic evaluation e for any faculty or staff member that is currently under a physician, chiropractor, or therapist care related to the discomfort experienced during the workday. In order to schedule a medical ergonomic evaluation, you must first have the physician prescription/referral form filled out by your healthcare provider. The form then must be faxed MHealthy Medical Ergonomics Program.

Environmental Factors Within Your Control
By understanding more about risk factors and minimizing them through self management techniques and effective safety behavior, you can improve your health and productivity. Explore these resources and learn how you can improve your work space. 

• M Healthy Ergonomics Tutorials & Self-Help
• M Healthy Ergonomics Awareness
• M Healthy Medical Ergonomics Program
• UM Ann Arbor EHS Ergonomics