Ergonomics is the application of human anatomical, physiological and psychological information to the design of objects, systems and the environment. The OEHS will conduct ergonomic evaluations upon request by departmental supervisors or as deemed necessary by the OEHS.

Ergonomic's section   (from the Tulane University's Safety Guide)

Recommendations for Basic VDT Workstations

Recommendations for Laptop Workstations

Laboratory Ergonomics - under construction

OSHA's 21 Minute Video "Ergonomic Programs that Work"

Tulane University's Muscular Skeletal Disorder (MSD) Hazard Report Form (not available at this time - under construction)

Other Ergonomic Web Sites and Information.