20
Nov, 23
Why Signs Are Important in Everyday Life
Signs help people find their way through life: on highways, in the hospital, on a website. Their design can help or hinder us.
30
Oct, 23
Snowplow operators in Canada: the unsung heroes of harsh winters
If you’ve ever driven through a snowstorm in the dark, you can begin to understand the challenges snowplow drivers face. Imagine being responsible for clearing a safe path on the snowy road’s edge while contending with traffic, disabled vehicles, people, fallen trees, powerlines, and wildlife. Add the irregular work hours, and the need to stay […]
17
Apr, 23
The wheel on the bus
We have worked with bus drivers extensively over the years, and it is surprising how a small adjustment can significantly improve their driving comfort. Bus seats typically offer more adjustability than a typical office chair, which means that if the driver takes the time to adjust it, the “ergonomics” of the workstation can be quite […]
13
Feb, 23
Ergonomics for our furry family members
Ergonomics can be applied to the design of products for pets.
31
Oct, 22
Visibility
Hallowe’en seems like the perfect time for a discussion about “visibility” and “line of sight”. Masks and other costumes can obstruct a trick-or-treater’s vision; a child may not see approaching people or vehicles, and may trip and fall over obstacles that they cannot see. When you can only see forward, your peripheral vision is impaired; […]
25
Jan, 21
Worried about slips and falls?
The type of footwear that employees wear between their vehicles and their workplace can affect the risk of slips and falls significantly.
16
Nov, 20
Changing your tires? Which wrench is right?
If you’re having trouble loosening the lug nuts on your summer tires, a longer wrench will give you an advantage. The physics behind the “lever” wasn’t exciting in 6th grade, and surely would not compel you to read this article. However, the “longer wrench” solution is so effective that it’s tempting to simply use the […]
21
Oct, 20
Give your snowplow drivers a hand up: start the season with ergonomics training
Well, actually, we’d prefer that they get two hands up, when they’re climbing into the cab! No one wants to think about it, but winter IS coming; municipalities and private landscaping companies are already hard at work preparing to take care of the wintery roads. Snowplow drivers are exposed to several strain/sprain injury hazards: – […]