Ageing and Disability
Information and questions and answers about ergonomics in relation to age and disability.
http://www.ergonomics4schools.com
Information and questions and answers about ergonomics in relation to age and disability.
http://www.ergonomics4schools.com
Approved Codes of Practice
A table that list information, resources and source materials for approved codes of practice in workplace safety.
http://www.comcare.gov.au/
A table that list information, resources and source materials for approved codes of practice in workplace safety.
http://www.comcare.gov.au/
Careers Advice for Students
Brief careers advice for students who which to study and work in ergonomics.
http://www.ergonomics4schools.com/
Brief careers advice for students who which to study and work in ergonomics.
http://www.ergonomics4schools.com/
Case Studies
A complitation of case studies where ergonomics has improved peoples' working environment and prevented injury.
http://www.ergonomics.org.au/
A complitation of case studies where ergonomics has improved peoples' working environment and prevented injury.
http://www.ergonomics.org.au/
Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia
http://www.ergonomics.org.au/
PO Box 7848
Baulkham Hills BC NSW 2153
http://www.ergonomics.org.au/
PO Box 7848
Baulkham Hills BC NSW 2153
- Phone: 02 9680 9026
- Fax: 02 9680 9027
Causes of Discomfort
Information about the different causes of discomfort and pain that can be caused by poor computing and office ergonomics.
http://www.healthycomputing.com
Information about the different causes of discomfort and pain that can be caused by poor computing and office ergonomics.
http://www.healthycomputing.com
Computer Related Injuries
A fact sheet about computer related injuries and prevention.
http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au
A fact sheet about computer related injuries and prevention.
http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au
Better Health Channel
www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/
GPO Box 4057
Melbourne VIC 3001
www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/
GPO Box 4057
Melbourne VIC 3001
- Freecall: 1800 126 637
- Fax: 03 9096 9190
Definitions
Definitions of different specialisations in Ergonomics.
http://www.ergonomics.org.au/
Definitions of different specialisations in Ergonomics.
http://www.ergonomics.org.au/
Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia
http://www.ergonomics.org.au/
PO Box 7848
Baulkham Hills BC NSW 2153
http://www.ergonomics.org.au/
PO Box 7848
Baulkham Hills BC NSW 2153
- Phone: 02 9680 9026
- Fax: 02 9680 9027
Ergonomic Exercises for Computer Users
Descriptions of ergonomic exercises for computer users for the hands, eyes and neck as well as advice on taking breaks.
http://www.safecomputingtips.com
Descriptions of ergonomic exercises for computer users for the hands, eyes and neck as well as advice on taking breaks.
http://www.safecomputingtips.com
Ergonomics Applied to Surgery
Links to articles about ergonomics in different forms of surgery.
http://www.mpatkin.org/
Links to articles about ergonomics in different forms of surgery.
http://www.mpatkin.org/
Ergonomic Set - Up Tips
Information and tips about how to set up your office and computer to prevent injuries or discomfort.
http://www.healthycomputing.com
Information and tips about how to set up your office and computer to prevent injuries or discomfort.
http://www.healthycomputing.com
Ergonomics FAQS
Answers to frequently asked questions about ergonomics, including information about what ergonomics and ergonomic design is.
http://www.ergonomics.org.uk/
Answers to frequently asked questions about ergonomics, including information about what ergonomics and ergonomic design is.
http://www.ergonomics.org.uk/
Exercises
Illustrated descriptions of how to exercise to prevent office related injuries like RSI or computer related injuries.
http://www.ergonomicsnow.com.au/
Illustrated descriptions of how to exercise to prevent office related injuries like RSI or computer related injuries.
http://www.ergonomicsnow.com.au/
Ergonomics Now
http://www.ergonomicsnow.com.au/
1361 Burke Rd
East Kew VIC 3102
http://www.ergonomicsnow.com.au/
1361 Burke Rd
East Kew VIC 3102
- Phone: 03 9817 5250
- Fax: 03 9817 5240
How to Sit at a Computer
Information about how to sit at a computer to avoid injury.
http://www.ergonomics.com.au
Information about how to sit at a computer to avoid injury.
http://www.ergonomics.com.au
Ergonomics in Australia
http://www.ergonomics.com.au
PO Box 27
Parkville VIC 3052
http://www.ergonomics.com.au
PO Box 27
Parkville VIC 3052
- Phone: 03 9376 1844
Occupational Health and Safety
A fact sheet for employers about their health and safety responsibilities for disabled employees.
http://www.jobaccess.gov.au/
A fact sheet for employers about their health and safety responsibilities for disabled employees.
http://www.jobaccess.gov.au/
Occupational Health and Safety Act 2000
A summary of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2000 with a link for the whole document.
http://www.workcover.nsw.gov.au
A summary of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2000 with a link for the whole document.
http://www.workcover.nsw.gov.au
Workcover NSW
www.workcover.nsw.gov.au
WorkCover NSW
Locked Bag 2906
Lisarow NSW 2252
www.workcover.nsw.gov.au
WorkCover NSW
Locked Bag 2906
Lisarow NSW 2252
- Phone: 02 4321 5000
- Fax: 02 4325 4145
- Workcover Assistance: 13 10 50
Occupational Health and Safety HREOC'S Inquiry into Employment and Disability
The transcript of Graeme Innes' (from the Human Rights and Equal Oppertunity Commission) speech about OH&S issues in employment and disability.
http://humanrights.gov.au
The transcript of Graeme Innes' (from the Human Rights and Equal Oppertunity Commission) speech about OH&S issues in employment and disability.
http://humanrights.gov.au
Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission
www.hreoc.gov.au
Postal Address
GPO Box 5218
Sydney NSW 2001
www.hreoc.gov.au
Postal Address
GPO Box 5218
Sydney NSW 2001
- Phone: (02) 9284 9600
- TTY: 1800 620 241
- Fax: (02) 9284 9611
Office Ergonomic Guidelines
Information about positioning and office exercises that can achieve an ergonomically safe office environment.
http://www.usyd.edu.au
Information about positioning and office exercises that can achieve an ergonomically safe office environment.
http://www.usyd.edu.au
Office Ergonomic Guidelines
Information about the physical strain and injuries that can be caused by office work and how to prevent them.
http://www.usyd.edu.au
Information about the physical strain and injuries that can be caused by office work and how to prevent them.
http://www.usyd.edu.au
Overuse Injury
A fact sheet with information about workplace safety and Overuse Injuries.
http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au
A fact sheet with information about workplace safety and Overuse Injuries.
http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au
Better Health Channel
www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/
GPO Box 4057
Melbourne VIC 3001
www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/
GPO Box 4057
Melbourne VIC 3001
- Freecall: 1800 126 637
- Fax: 03 9096 9190
Overuse Strain
Information about preventing Overuse Strain in the office.
http://www.ergonomics.com.au
Information about preventing Overuse Strain in the office.
http://www.ergonomics.com.au
Ergonomics in Australia
http://www.ergonomics.com.au
PO Box 27
Parkville VIC 3052
http://www.ergonomics.com.au
PO Box 27
Parkville VIC 3052
- Phone: 03 9376 1844
Providing a Safe Work Environment
A fact sheet for employers with information on providing a safe working environment for people with a disability.
http://www.employersnetworkondisability.com.au/
A fact sheet for employers with information on providing a safe working environment for people with a disability.
http://www.employersnetworkondisability.com.au/
Australian Employers Network on Disability
www.employersnetworkondisability.com.au
Suite 3, Level 18, Tower 2
201 Sussex Street
Sydney NSW 2000
www.employersnetworkondisability.com.au
Suite 3, Level 18, Tower 2
201 Sussex Street
Sydney NSW 2000
- Telephone: +61 2 9261 3922
- Fax: +61 2 9261 3966
- Natioal: 1300 363 645
RSI/OOS FAQS
Answers to frequently asked questions about repetetive strain and overuse injury.
http://www.rsi.org.au/
Answers to frequently asked questions about repetetive strain and overuse injury.
http://www.rsi.org.au/
RSI/OOS Association
http://www.rsi.org.au
Griffin Centre
Genge Street
Canberra City ACT 2601
http://www.rsi.org.au
Griffin Centre
Genge Street
Canberra City ACT 2601
- Phone: 02 6262 5011
- Fax: 02 6249 6700
Safe Design
Information about what safe design is and its role in the workplace.
http://www.ascc.gov.au/
Information about what safe design is and its role in the workplace.
http://www.ascc.gov.au/
Australian Safety and Compensation Council
http://www.ascc.gov.au/
GPO Box 9879
Canberra ACT 2601
http://www.ascc.gov.au/
GPO Box 9879
Canberra ACT 2601
- Phone: 02 6121 5317
- Fax: 02 6121 9248
Safer Keyboarding For Kids
A fact sheet with information about safe typing and computer use designed for children.
http://www.rsi.org.au/
A fact sheet with information about safe typing and computer use designed for children.
http://www.rsi.org.au/
RSI/OOS Association
http://www.rsi.org.au
Griffin Centre
Genge Street
Canberra City ACT 2601
http://www.rsi.org.au
Griffin Centre
Genge Street
Canberra City ACT 2601
- Phone: 02 6262 5011
- Fax: 02 6249 6700
Useful Information
Information about computer and backpacks and their ergonomics.
http://www.icefonline.org/
Information about computer and backpacks and their ergonomics.
http://www.icefonline.org/
What is Ergonomics?
Information about the discipline and ares of specialisation in ergonomics.
http://www.iea.cc/
Information about the discipline and ares of specialisation in ergonomics.
http://www.iea.cc/
Workstation Comfort and Safety
A fact sheet about office ergonomics and safety to prevent injury.
http://www.mydr.com.au/
A fact sheet about office ergonomics and safety to prevent injury.
http://www.mydr.com.au/
My Dr
www.mydr.com.au
My Dr
Locked Bag 3000
St Leonards NSW 1590
www.mydr.com.au
My Dr
Locked Bag 3000
St Leonards NSW 1590
- Phone: 02 9902 7700
- Fax: 02 9902 7701