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Ergonomics in the workplace
staff members working in a manufacturing workplace

Designing a safer, healthier workplace in manufacturing with ergonomic furniture

Ergonomic work chairs with contoured backs and seats offer critical support to the flanks and thighs. Adjustable seat angles allow workers to fine-tune their posture for comfort and blood flow, while certain models are designed to make transitioning between sitting and standing easier. These chairs can help workers maintain energy levels and avoid aches during long shifts.
For tasks requiring frequent squatting or low-to-ground work, a riding chair or industrial stool may be a better fit. These chairs reduce strain on the knees, ankles and lower back and often feature integrated tool trays so essential items are always close to hand.
A stable and adjustable workbench that suits the user’s height and role is a basic requirement for a productive, safe working environment. Height-adjustable workbenches allow employees to tailor the working height to both the task and their personal ergonomic needs. You can also choose desks and packing tables with integrated storage so that tools and materials are always within reach.
To further improve ergonomics at the workbench, monitor arms and document holders can lift screens and papers to eye level, preventing strain on the neck and back. This setup helps promote a more upright posture and makes the work area more accessible.
Lighting is another important part of your ergonomic setup. Poor lighting can lead to headaches and eye strain, especially in precision tasks such as assembly or inspection. Invest in good work lights with flexible arms and spot illumination. Some lights offer tailored colour temperatures to improve the visibility of fine details, making tasks easier and safer.
  • Adjustable ergonomic workstations that allow for both sitting and standing positions.
  • Suitable seating options including work stools and chairs with proper back and leg support.
  • Organised workflows that allow variety, reduce long periods of standing, and offer sufficient control over how tasks are performed.
  • Additional measures like anti-fatigue mats and cushioning insoles when standing cannot be avoided.
  • Active employee involvement and regular review of workplace improvements to ensure effectiveness and continued comfort.

FAQ

  • Industrial ergonomics is ergonomics applied to industrial environments in the form of ergonomically designed tools and ergonomic workplace furnishings. The goal of ergonomics is to eliminate discomfort and risk of injury due to work.
     
  • A workplace that is adapted so that the employees do not strain their bodies unnecessarily can be called ergonomic. It is a workplace that modifies the work to fit the worker, not the other way around. This is achieved with the help of, among other things, adequate lighting, adaptable workstations and correct lifting aids.
  • Stress and strain injuries can be reduced and even avoided entirely through knowledge of correct working postures and through access to an ergonomically adapted work environment.
  • An investment in ergonomic equipment can help reduce sickness absence and work-related injuries. Looking after employees health and wellbeing will help to retain staff and reduce turnover. The profit will be both financial and health-wise for both employers and employees.
     
  • Stress and strain related disorders involve deterioration of body structures such as muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, nerves, cartilage, bones and the localised blood circulation. Often the sufferer experiences muscle pain in places such as shoulders, neck and shoulders, hips, legs, knees and feet. 
  • There are three main types of ergonomics. Physical ergonomics is about the design of work tools, equipment and lifting/loading. Cognitive ergonomics refers to the presentation and processing of information. Organisational ergonomics focuses on processes within the organisation.