PT Murni, Jakarta – Ergonomic risks are a big problem for workers today, which often arise from a bad match between work tools and tasks.
Poor posture, manual handling, repetitive movements, long hours, and bad workplace layout can cause health problems – these issues can affect comfort, productivity, and worker well-being.
In 2021, Indonesia had around 46 million cases of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), according to the information from World Health Organization (WHO). The rising number of cases highlights just how important ergonomics is in the workplace.
An ergonomic assessment is the first step to creating a comfortable work environment, which helps identify risks and suggest clear improvements.
Ergonomic Assessment Improve Productivity, Health, and Industrial Safety. Image: Physioconnect
Getting to Know Ergonomic Assessments
Ergonomic assessments are designed to identify risks and provide effective solutions to enhance workplace safety and comfort.
It helps users learn how to avoid injuries and keep good posture, with suggestions like using standing desks, ergonomic workstations, footrest, and other changes.
There are various ergonomic tools like the NIOSH Lifting Equation, Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA), WISHA Lifting Calculator, and Snook Tables for assessments. However, keep in mind that these tools are manual and may require a considerable amount of time and effort.
Ergotron provides a variety of easy-to-use ergonomic assessment tools designed to meet your specific needs with accurate calculations. You will receive recommendations for designing an ergonomic workspace that considers various risk factors and suggests the best solutions.
Sitting for long periods can disrupt your metabolism and raise serious health risks. This tool helps you to track your sitting time, evaluate your risk level, and provide ergonomic solutions.
Is it possible to burn calories while working? This tool helps you monitor calories burned and offers tips to improve fitness while working, whether you are sitting or standing.
Find out the benefits of investing in ergonomic equipment for your business, both ergonomically and economically — this tool helps you understand your ROI and the productivity improvements you can expect.
Discover how to use your equipment safely and comfortably by paying attention to the best body positions, focusing on three core elements: Neutral Posture, Voluntary Motion, and Rest-time.
What to Do After the Assessment?
Using uncomfortable tools, bad body posture, and unhealthy work habits can cause tiredness and injuries at work. Your ergonomic assessment result shows that some changes are needed in your work area!
Keep additional ergonomic equipment within arm’s reach — configure support equipment like keyboard arm, mouse holder, and tablet stand all in one workspace.
Take a break every 30 minutes — relax your eyes, hands, and back to prevent health issues. However, ergonomic equipment offers flexibility to support workers for mobile working.
Educate workers on effective work methods — implementing ergonomics in the workplace highlights the importance of industrial safety and health.
The Application of Workplace Ergonomics. Image: Ergotron
Ergonomic Solutions with Ergotron Indonesia
Check your work posture now! Simply enter the required data to identify possible risks at work and get the right recommendations.
Carry out a professional ergonomic assessment with Ergotron on your own, or reach us out for more details on personalized ergonomic solutions through Hotline 1500 913 or email at ergonomic@murni.co.id. Check out the variety of products available on our Tokopedia and Shopee pages.
Ergotron is an American company with over 40 years of experience in developing various ergonomic products. As a pioneer in ergonomic workplace solutions, Ergotron prioritizes human health and comfort, focusing on continuous development of innovative and high-quality ergonomic products.
