HSENI's latest workplace health statistics show work-related MSDs reached 18,000 cases in 2023/24 the highest level in five years. See the sector breakdown focusing on manufacturing and logistics.
TMX Aerospace eliminated back injuries and improved workflow with a simple solution: raising work to standing height. See how in-house fabricated sawhorses delivered both safety and efficiency gains.This manufacturing ergonomics case study shows how TMX Aerospace prevented musculoskeletal disorders and improved productivity simultaneously. The solution? Simple workplace design changes that eliminated awkward postures while supporting lean manufacturing principles.
The Health and Safety Executive's 2024/25 statistics reveal a mixed picture for work-related MSDs. Whilst total cases decreased to 511,000 workers, new cases rose to 173,000 and upper limb injuries increased to 41%. With 7.1 million working days lost, this analysis examines what these trends mean for businesses across Northern Ireland, the UK and Ireland in high-risk sectors and why proactive Ergonomic intervention remains critical.
Lean and Ergonomics solve the same problems but rarely work together. This disconnect is a missed opportunity. Ergonomic injuries are waste. Integrating Ergonomics into lean practices from the start creates better solutions, avoids costly retrofits and improves both productivity and worker wellbeing.
Manufacturing excellence starts with people, not just processes. Discover why integrating Ergonomics at the design stage prevents costly retrofits, reduces workplace injuries and transforms production performance. Learn how proactive Ergonomics thinking creates safer, more efficient manufacturing operations.
Retail workers face unique health risks from repetitive scanning to cold exposure. This comprehensive guide identifies specific musculoskeletal disorders retail employees develop and provides evidence-based prevention strategies.
Over 3 million UK retail workers face underestimated ergonomic challenges. Discover why addressing manual handling, checkout ergonomics and workplace design makes both ethical and commercial sense.
Manual Handling remains one of the leading causes of workplace injury across Northern Ireland. This guide explains employer obligations under the Manual Handling Operations Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1992, including who needs training, how often refresher training should occur and what HSENI expects from Northern Ireland businesses.
543,000 workers suffering from MSDs. 7.8 million working days lost. Discover why work-related musculoskeletal disorders are the hidden cost your business can't ignore and how Ergonomics expertise can prevent them.
What separates a Chartered Ergonomist from other practitioners? Discover what C.ErgHF status means, the professional standards required and how to distinguish genuine expertise.
Manual Handling injuries remain one of the most common causes of workplace absence across the UK. This guide covers the essential principles of Manual Handling risk assessment, legal requirements and practical controls that protect your workforce whilst improving productivity and staff retention.
Discover why DSE assessments are essential for Belfast and Northern Ireland workplaces, when they're legally required and how professional ergonomic assessment protects your team from workplace injuries.
543,000 UK workers suffer from MSDs, costing 7.8 million working days annually. Discover why specialist ergonomics expertise, not just H&S protocols, is essential to protect your workforce and bottom line.
Discover how Ergonomics and Human Factors creates a win-win scenario for employee wellbeing and business profitability. Learn why ergonomics is essential for workplace success in 2025.
Get expert manual handling training in Northern Ireland from a Chartered Ergonomist. Customised training for your workplace with standard or assessment-led options. Serving Belfast, Newtownards, Ballymena and across NI.
Discover how AI-powered digital ergonomic solutions are transforming workplace safety in Northern Ireland. Traditional ergonomic assessments are time-intensive and reactive, but new technology delivers instant, objective analysis using smartphone video capture with 90%+ accuracy. Generate complete HSE reports (MAC, RAPP, ART) in seconds, identify risk patterns before injuries occur, and gain strategic insights across your organisation. Ergo & Wellbeing combines cutting-edge AI technology with local consultancy expertise to help Northern Ireland businesses reduce musculoskeletal disorder costs, enhance employee wellbeing, and lead in workplace safety innovation.
Why as Human Factors professionals should we be interested in Biophilic Design?
As Human Factors professionals we are aiming to create environments that;
are physically, physiological and mentally healthy
comfortable & happy
improve cognitive function > creativity, less error, improve concentration & performance
improve productivity
lower levels of absenteeism (cost and manpower impact)
lower employee turnover, improve employee retention, creating environment that enhance social connections