The Ergonomics Unit conducts ergonomic related research. It performs ergonomic risk assessments at various workplaces and Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome clinical assessments of workers who operate vibrating hand tools. The unit also offers ergonomics training to occupational health practitioners and responds to queries on ergonomic issues such as manual material handling, musculoskeletal disorders, computer workstation design and layout.

Conducts research related to ergonomics in South African workplaces.
Current Research Projects.

Ergonomic risk assessments are conducted to identify ergonomic risk factors in various workplaces. Recommendations for improvement are given in a comprehensive report.

Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome clinical assessments of workers who operate vibrating hand tools.

The Ergonomics Unit provides ergonomics teaching and training of occupational health practitioners through formal and informal teaching. Formal teaching is done by lecturing ergonomics in higher degrees and diplomas (Diploma in Occupational Health and Masters in Public Health). Informal teaching is done in the form of seminars and workshops organised by the unit.

The Ergonomics Unit produces information materials such as brochures and posters.

Pamphlet
Ergonomics Unit

Posters
Relax and Sit Comfortably at your Computer Workstation
Work-Related Upper Limb Musculoskeletal Disorders