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Ergonomics
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Alexander Technique Center 
 Information about this "method for learning how to consciously change maladaptive habits of coordination. (Coordination includes movement, posture, breathing, and tension patterns.)" The method was developed by Matthias Alexander, an Australian actor and teacher in the early 1900s. The site features a history, information about philosopher John Dewey and the method, a bibliography, links to related sites, and more. From the Alexander Technique Center of Washington, D.C. http://www.alexandercenter.com Topics: Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Feb 23, 2005 Cornell University Ergonomics Web
This site "presents information from research studies and class work by students and faculty in the Cornell Human Factors and Ergonomics Research Group (CHFERG)." Includes news and tips about worker ergonomic safety in libraries, hospitals, hotels, and other venues, and details about safe use of computers (keyboards, screen position, mouse use, chairs, desks, and more) for children, adults, and senior citizens. Also includes links to related sites. http://ergo.human.cornell.edu Topics: Jobs & Work, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jun 19, 2006 CROETweb.com: Center for Research on Occupational and Environmental Toxicology
An occupational safety and health directory containing annotated links to hundreds of resources covering occupations and industries, chemical hazards, biological hazards, ergonomics, and workplace safety. Also includes links to related sources (some in Spanish) such as a toxicology database, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), statistics, and organizations and agencies. From the Center for Research on Occupational and Environmental Toxicology, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Ore. http://www.croetweb.com/ Topics: Jobs & Work, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Oct 28, 2006 Current Topics in Psychology
This directory is a well-organized, quick reference collection of articles, Web sites, and research tools. The page is divided between a section listing more comprehensive resources (Web of Addiction, PsychCrawler, Exploratorium's Memory, etc.) and a section of links to more specific topics (articles on ergonomics, Internet addiction, etc.). Maintained by a clinical psychologist. http://www.fenichel.com/Current.shtml Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Science, Social Science Last updated Sep 26, 2000 Effective Ergonomics: Strategy for Success
Information for employers on ergonomics in the workplace. "OSHA [Occupational Safety & Health Administration] has a four-pronged comprehensive approach to ergonomics designed to quickly and effectively address musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in the workplace": guidelines for industries, enforcement, outreach and assistance to businesses, and an advisory committee on ergonomics. Searchable and browsable. http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/ergonomics/ Topics: Computers, Diseases & Conditions, Jobs & Work, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Feb 23, 2004 Ergonomics ...
"Following ergonomic principles helps reduce stress and eliminate many potential injuries and disorders associated with the overuse of muscles, bad posture, and repeated tasks." In this site the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers ergonomic information and advice on designing computer workstations and laboratories, and about industrial ergonomics. Includes self-assessment information and exercises. "Ergonomic Primer for CDC Staff" outlines basic ergonomic concepts, musculoskeletal symptoms, assessment criteria, and treatment options. http://www.cdc.gov/od/ohs/Ergonomics/Ergohome.htm Topics: Computers, Diseases & Conditions, Jobs & Work, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Jul 15, 2003 Gardens for Every Body
Guide to design elements for a garden accessible to people with disabilities and physical limitations. Discusses container gardening, raised beds, pathways, trellises, health and safety, and adaptive, enabling, and ergonomic garden tools. Includes sections on gardening tips and techniques for repetitive motion injury prevention, children with disabilities, seniors, and people with arthritis, back problems, visual impairments, and heart and lung problems. Provides related links. From the University of Missouri-Columbia. http://agrability.missouri.edu/gardenweb/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Medical Treatments & Devices, Senior Health Last updated Jun 28, 2009 HealthyComputing
A searchable site describing the importance of computer ergonomics and how to avoid computer-related injuries. It "contains tips on proper workstation setup, buyer's guides to ergonomic products, an encyclopedia of medical conditions associated with computer use, and a special section for common computer-related causes of discomfort and their potential fixes." There are special sections on ergonomics for children and for people using cell phones, laptops, and other mobile devices. http://www.healthycomputing.com/ Topics: Computers, Diseases & Conditions, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Apr 27, 2003 Mining Safety and Health Research
Extensive data, documents, and resources on health and safety aspects of mining. Includes statistics on mining accidents, fact sheets on minerals and coal, and materials on injury prevention, ergonomics, hearing loss, fire prevention, ventilation, explosives, dust, aging miners, and many other topics. From the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/mining/ Topics: Geology, Industries, Jobs & Work, Medical Treatments & Devices, Senior Health, Technology Last updated Dec 29, 2004 Office Ergonomics Training
"This site contains office ergonomics information aimed at ergonomics committee members as well as at office workers. ... The information here is based on the research literature whenever possible." Training handouts cover low back pain, eyestrain, hand and arm pain, product reviews, ergonomic chairs, alternative keyboards, and VDTs (visual display terminals). Provides a checklist of risk factors and possible solutions as well as a short list of related sites. http://www.office-ergo.com/ Topics: Computers, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Aug 28, 2005 Safety and Health Topics: Hand and Power Tools
Resources from the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) on the safe use of hand and power tools. Includes OSHA standards, examples of workplace hazards (such as wood dust from power tools), and links to information about compressed gas, ergonomics, machine guarding, and related tool safety topics. From the U.S. Department of Labor. http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/handpowertools/ Topics: Jobs & Work, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Aug 3, 2005 Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, Inc. (SFWA)
The Web site for this organization of "over 1200 sf and fantasy writers, artists, editors, and allied professionals" includes links to member authors' Web sites, full-text online fiction, and calendars of public appearances. There is information about the organization's Nebula and other awards and articles about the craft of writing, electronic piracy, publishing and other scams aimed at writers, and ergonomic problems affecting writers. http://www.sfwa.org/ Topics: Communications, English Language, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Medical Treatments & Devices, Writing Last updated Jun 23, 2003 Typing Injury FAQ
This educational site contains "a wide variety of information about repetitive strain injuries (RSIs), resources for dealing with these ailments, and a broad description of assistive products to reduce injury risk and symptoms." It contains mainly textual information on ergonomics and human factors, alternative keyboards, pointing devices, speech recognition, accessories, software, children and computer use, organizations, and an archive with a wide variety of collected articles on the subject. http://www.tifaq.com/ Topics: Computers, Diseases & Conditions, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Apr 12, 2002 |
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