Ergonomics at Work
Ergonomic Services
Ergonomic Services are offered to employees of Upstate University Hospital, Upstate University Hospital at Community Campus, Upstate Medical University Colleges, and Upstate Medical University support service departments. MedBest employees interested in Ergonomics Services should contact Sheila Madden, MedBest Human Resources for more information.
Worksite Evaluations
Step 1: Is Your Workstation Ergonomic?
Step 2: Request an Evaluation
Product Evaluation and Recommendation
Training and Education
Educational sessions can be arranged for departments or for individuals about the following: Office Ergonomics, Manual Materials Handling and Patient Care Ergonomics.
- Office Ergonomics Class
- Staff Ed TV Videos:
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- Ergonomics: Safe Patient Transfer - 327
- Ergonomics: Watch Your Back - 328
- Ergonomic Injury Prevention in Healthcare for Managers
- Safe Patient Handling
- Safe Patient Handling Training Class
- Safe Patient Handling on Blackboard (Course # UH34982)
- Job-Specific Training Requests, please contact us at: ergo@upstate.edu
Consultation for Layout, Workstation Design and Equipment Purchase for Future or Re-Designed Areas
The Ergonomics Program can assist with planning for departmental moves or re-designs, including evaluating and choosing new products, furniture and equipment. Visit the Recommended Products page for product, furniture and equipment ideas and information.
