Other Health Services
Occupational Therapy - Rehabilitation Services
Health Care Professionals - Occupational Health & Safety
Services
Ergonomic Consultants
Trillium Health Centre recognizes the importance of ergonomics
and body mechanics training and consultation to prevent injury
to workers (staff, physicians, volunteers and students) while
on the job. The "Ergonomic Consultants" in this
facility are Occupational Therapists by profession.
Occupational therapists are well-suited to this position
as they have knowledge about the etiology and management of
musculoskeletal repetitive/strain and neck and back injuries;
have a strong theoretical and practical background in activity/task
analysis; are creative problem solvers; and take a unique
and holistic approach to prevention and intervention which
considers the environment, the task and the person.
The Ergonomic Consultant provides education to all staff
about maintaining good posture and body mechanics while engaging
in work tasks; consultation about ergonomics (work station
design, employee work methods and equipment which reduces
repetition, force and awkward postures; and employee/employer
responsibilities with respect to maintaining a safe and healthy
working environment.
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