Ergonomics

From construction sites to offices, musculoskeletal injuries make up the largest portion of workplace injury claims in Washington State.

Once an injury occurs, individuals involved may soon realize the cost associated with injury prevention would have been much less than the cost associated with the injury. Don’t let this happen or continue in your workplace!

Keep employees safe and working! Take preventive action by using the free information, resources, and services provided here to strengthen your workplace safety program.

About Ergonomics
Ergonomics is the science and practice of designing jobs or workplaces to match the capabilities and limitations of the human body.

What's New
Check here for news and updates in the field of ergonomics, like featured ergonomics ideas, latest guidelines, and recommended sites of interest.

Services & Resources
Learn about the resources and services in ergonomics that L&I provides at no cost to Washington businesses.

Success with Ergonomics
Stories and examples of businesses in Washington State that successfully used ergonomics to keep their workers healthy, reduce workers’ compensation claims, improve morale, productivity and quality.

Ergonomics

PPE Safety Products Introduction

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is gear worn to shield workers from workplace hazards like chemicals, impacts, noise, and falls, including items like safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, respirators, and high-vis clothing it's a crucial last line of defense when engineering controls aren't enough, requiring proper selection, training, and maintenance to prevent serious injury and illness.

PPE Safety Products Overview

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Plant and Work Zone Safety Products Introduction

Plant and Work Zone Safety Products encompass Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) like hard hats, hi-vis vests, gloves, and eyewear; traffic control devices such as cones, signs, and smart ITS sensors; and machine safety tech like proximity warnings and pre-start alarms, all aimed at protecting workers and travelers from hazards in industrial and construction environments. These products range from essential gear to advanced tech, ensuring visibility, preventing injuries from machinery, managing traffic flow, and providing immediate aid.