Office Ergonomics Safety Guide

This handy on-the-job reference guide helps office employees to identify ergonomic hazards and take remedial action. Here are just a few of the topics covered in this 100-page handbook:

• criteria for job design and adequate office environment
  
• details on workstation layout and design
  
• how to select and adjust an office chair
  
• organization of tasks to prevent work-related injuries

The guide is designed for office workers, managers, occupational health nurses, health care providers and human resource personnel. It would make a useful addition to any employee information and safety training package. The Office Ergonomics Safety Guide enables workers and supervisors to:

• recognize workplace hazards
  
• prevent accidents and injuries by safe work practices
• and use of personal protective equipment
  
• deal with accidents and emergencies
  
• understand duties and rights as outlined in US and Canadian OHS legislation
  
• contact relevant government departments to find health and safety information and advice

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