Ergonomics Assessments

The study of ergonomics is the process of understanding how the human body is affected by conditions in the work environment. Whether doing hard labor, performing repetitive tasks or just working at a desk, the intent of ergonomics is to adjust the work environment so that work can be performed safely and without injury and/or musculoskeletal distress.

Environmental Health and Safety is committed to help incorporate good ergonomic practices and design into your workplace.  If you are currently experiencing discomfort while performing your regular work duties, please contact the Occupational Health Center at (617) 353-6630 (Charles River Campus) or Occupational and Environmental Medicine at (617) 638-8400 (Medical Campus) for a medical evaluation.

If you are involved in research related activities, please contact the Research Occupational Health Program (ROHP) at 617-638-ROHP.

If at the conclusion of the evaluation a medical professional determines that an in-person ergonomic assessment for your workplace is warranted, a request will be issued for this services.  If an ergonomic assessment is not deemed necessary, or if you have general questions about the proper set-up of a computer workstation, please refer to the Computer Workstation Ergonomics Self-Help Guide. For more information, please visit the following links: