ERGONOMICS RISK ASSESSMENTS

Identifying and Managing Workplace Ergonomic Risks

Expert ergonomic assessments identify risks in your workplace environment. Depending on your business needs, we comprehensively review workstations, equipment, tools, work tasks and the working environment. We provide detailed reports with prioritised recommendations tailored to your specific needs and budget.

Industries We Serve

Our risk assessment expertise covers diverse workplace environments:

  • Manufacturing, industrial facilities and production lines

  • Office and administrative environments

  • Control rooms

  • Healthcare and laboratory settings

  • Retail and warehouse operations

  • Construction sites

Comprehensive Assessment Process

What We Evaluate:

  • Work Tasks - Physical demands, repetitive activities, manual handling requirements and cognitive load

  • Workstation Design - Working surface heights, seating arrangements, equipment positioning and workspace layout

  • Equipment and Tools - Suitability, condition and ergonomic features of workplace equipment

  • Individual Needs - Employee-specific requirements, existing conditions and accommodation needs

  • Environmental Factors - Lighting, temperature, noise levels and spatial constraints

  • Workflow Analysis (if required) - Process efficiency, task sequencing and operational procedures

Assessment Methods:

  • On-site Assessments - Detailed workplace evaluations with direct observation, measurement, task analysis, conversations and feedback with employees

Risk Identification and Prioritisation

Our assessments identify ergonomic risks using evidence-based evaluation methods. We categorise findings by:

  • High Risk (Red) - Priority changes needed (urgent)

  • Medium Risk (Amber) - Improvements are recommended (important)

  • Low Risk (Green) - on track but enhancements may be suggested (beneficial)

Hierarchy of Controls Approach

We apply the hierarchy of controls framework developed by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) to ensure the most effective risk reduction. NIOSH's focus on the hierarchy helps guide employers in prioritising more effective, built-in safety controls over less effective ones:

  1. Elimination - Remove the hazard completely where possible

  2. Substitution - Replace with safer alternatives

  3. Engineering Controls - Redesign workstations or processes

  4. Administrative Controls - Implement work practices (task rotation, break schedules, work methods), training and policies

  5. Personal Protective Equipment - Final level of protection when other controls aren't sufficient

This systematic approach ensures sustainable solutions that address root causes rather than symptoms.

Detailed Reporting and Recommendations

You'll receive a comprehensive report including:

  • Areas of Concern - Specific workplace areas where issues or risks were identified during observation, conversations and feedback with employees

  • Risk Assessment Matrix - Clear categorisation of identified risks

  • Compliance Information - Regulatory requirements and standards alignment

  • Specific Recommendations - Detailed solutions with implementation guidance

  • Summary - Key findings and priority actions for management

  • Follow-up Actions - Timelines and review schedules for implementation

Benefits of Professional Risk Assessment

  • Legal Compliance - In line with Health and Safety Executive requirements and duty of care obligations

  • Injury Prevention - Proactive identification and mitigation of musculoskeletal disorder risks

  • Cost Reduction - Prevent expensive workplace injuries, productivity losses and compensation claims

  • Performance Enhancement - Optimised workplaces supporting employee efficiency and satisfaction

  • Evidence-Based Solutions - Professional recommendations backed by ergonomic expertise, ergonomics principles and best practice

Contact Ergo & Wellbeing to discuss your ergonomic risk assessment requirements and protect your workforce through professional workplace evaluation.