Good Ergonomics Resources
We can't guarantee that any of them are completely up-to-date, complete, accurate or even helpful. Even so, we believe all of these sites have merit - some are excellent.
These are listed in alphabetical order. This list includes some commercial websites that attempt to educate visitors about ergonomics.
Useful ergonomics-related websites:
Cornell University
Parts of this site consist of course-related information for Cornell's ergonomics degree programs, but they also post questionnaires and other tools and summaries of their research projects. |
ErgoWeb
ErgoWeb has one of the most popular ergonomics list-servers. A consulting and subscription service, with some of their information available for free as samples. Weighted a bit towards industrial ergonomics (i.e. heavy work). |
Humanics Ergonomics
An ergonomics consulting firm with original reports and a wealth of resources on office ergonomics, ergonomics for children, the disabled, design of the built environment and medical, health and wellness.
You may enjoy their ergonomics humor. |
NIOSH - home
The National Institute of Occupational Safety & Health of the Department of Health and Human Services provides a wealth of information about a broad range of topics related to ergonomics and occupational safety and health.
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OSHA
OSHA (federal) provides a broad range of ergonomics resources for all. |
Typing Injury FAQ
Wide-ranging site with a long pedigree, produced over the years by a variety of people. |
UCLA's Ergonomics program tips
UCLA's Ergonomics Program is developed and managed by Cindy Burt, CPE. Their site provides practical guidelines and tips for working safely. |
University of Nebraska
Not an official U of Neb site, but produced by folks from there, drawing from Australian as well as North American expertise. |