Job Site & Ergonomic Assessments

JOB DEMANDS ANALYSIS/RETURN TO WORK RECOMMENDATIONS

An Occupational Therapist can break down a specific job into it’s different components (i.e., how much twisting, lifting, bending, etc…) is required which can be used as future reference when recruiting employees. An Occupational Therapist can also complete a full assessment of an employee's job, with the overall goal being return to work. A full job analysis may include;
- Job Role & Description
- Days and hours worked
- Position requirements
- Duties performed
- Physical demands required to perform the job(s)
- Recommendations are individualized for each employee and their injury to assist them to return to work or be maintained at work
- Scheduled return to work programs which are individualized for each client

JOB MODIFICATIONS
Job modifications and alterations can be made for specific jobs, depending upon the barriers and identified areas of concern. Equipment modifications and recommendations can also be provided.

ERGONOMICS
Are your employees/clients suffering from aches and pains, tension headaches, migraines, lower back ache, tendonitis, varicose veins, carpal tunnel or other ailments associated with overuse type/repetitive injuries?
Often the workplace ergonomics need to be addressed in terms of fitting the equipment, tools and tasks to the individual as well as training staff on how to adjust their workstation and change their work habits.
Often employers spend thousand of dollars on new office fit outs and furniture without consulting an Occupational Therapist regarding the human factor and suitability of their choice. Piloting or trialing an idea may often save time, money and potential Workers Compensation Board claims through the application of ergonomic services.