Ergonomic Tips and Educational Resources

Ergonomic tutorials, demos and training tools include guidelines on how to minimize injuries, both at home and on the job.

Material Handling Recommendations

• University of Michigan Material Handling Ergonomics Tutorial 
• NIOSH Material Handling (PDF)
• NIOSH Hand Tools (PDF)

Office Ergonomics

• Ten Tips for Computer Users (pdf)

• Video of desired keyboard/mouse technique

• Computer Workstation Checklist and Quick Fix
• University of Michigan Office Ergonomics Tutorial
• OSHA Office eTool
• Office Ergo Step-by-Step; State of Washington
• Keyboard Shortcuts
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Windows
• How to Adjust:
  • Office Chairs for U-M Hospitals and Health Centers (UMHHC) Faculty and Staff
  • Office Chairs for Campus Faculty and Staff
  • Keyboard Trays

Laboratory Ergonomics

• University of Michigan Laboratory Ergonomics Tutorial 
• OSHA Laboratory eTool

Healthcare Ergonomics

• OSHA Healthcare Wide eTool
• OSHA Hospital eTool
• OSHA Nursing Home

Design Guidelines

• Design Questionnaire
• Recommended workstation measurements

Additional Resources

• Healthwise Health Topics
• Stretching Resources