OFFICE & REMOTE WORKING ERGONOMICS
Creating Healthier, More Productive Workplaces
Office ergonomics focuses on designing workspaces that fit the people who use them, reducing injury risks whilst enhancing comfort and productivity. With employees working across multiple locations - traditional offices, home environments and hybrid arrangements - proper ergonomic design is essential for long-term health and business performance.
Common Workplace Ergonomic Challenges
Poor workspace design and equipment selection can significantly impact employee wellbeing, productivity and operational costs. Facilities Managers face increasing pressure to create environments that support employee health whilst managing budgets effectively and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Our Comprehensive Assessment Process
We provide thorough workplace ergonomics assessments including Display Screen Equipment (DSE) evaluations, workstation analysis and specialised adaptations for individual needs.
You'll receive a detailed report with specific recommendations, including equipment suggestions when needed. We also provide advice on return to work plans for employees returning after injury or illness.
Office Environment Solutions
Traditional office environments require systematic approaches to workstation design, environmental controls and equipment selection. Our assessments evaluate workspace layouts, seating configurations, monitor positioning and environmental factors to create optimal working conditions for all employees.
Remote Working Ergonomics
Working from home presents unique challenges where professionals often compromise their physical wellbeing by using laptops on kitchen tables or sitting in inadequate chairs for prolonged periods. This practice can lead to long-term musculoskeletal issues affecting both health and productivity.
Remote Assessment Options:
On-site assessments at employees' home workspaces for hands-on evaluation
Virtual assessments providing flexible, cost-effective solutions across any location
Key Focus Areas:
Desk setup and arrangement in home environments
Ergonomically appropriate furniture selection within domestic settings
Optimal positioning of equipment in limited spaces
Healthy working practices and regular movement breaks
Specialised accommodations for employees with disabilities or specific needs
Proven Business Benefits
Research consistently demonstrates that effective workplace ergonomics interventions deliver significant organisational benefits including substantial reductions in musculoskeletal problems, decreased lost workdays and improved staff retention rates.
Industry studies indicate organisations typically see positive return on investment within months of implementation, with annual savings through reduced absenteeism and healthcare costs. For workplace environments, this translates to measurable improvements in employee satisfaction, productivity and overall operational efficiency.
Legal Compliance and Duty of Care
Proactive ergonomic solutions not only fulfil legal Health and Safety obligations under DSE regulations but demonstrate genuine commitment to employee wellbeing, supporting your organisation's duty of care responsibilities across all working locations.
Additional Resources
For practical guidance on remote working setup, see the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors' Working From Home Infographic which provides visual guidance for creating effective home workspaces.
For comprehensive guidance on sit-stand workstations, the CIEHF Sit-Stand Desk Guidance offers detailed advice on proper usage, recommended sitting/standing ratios (40 minutes sitting to 20 minutes standing) and equipment options to support postural variety in both office and home environments.
Contact Ergo & Wellbeing to discuss your office and remote working ergonomics requirements.
