Ergonomics Policy & Procedure

• County of Monterey Ergonomics Policy (As of 5/8/09)
• Ergonomics Process Flow Chart
• About the Ergonomics Process
• Cal-OSHA 5110 Regulation

Ergonomic Evaluation Services

• Procedure to request an ergonomic evaluation
• Ergonomics Evaluation Request Form (Word )
• Ergonomics Evaluation Request Form (PDF Template)
• For Part II Self Assessment: JOB EVALUATION SUITE (JES) log on page. Password required.
• Instructions only for Job Evaluation Suite (JES)

Ergonomics Purchase Program Vendors: 

• Ergonomics Process Approved Vendor List (Purchasing)

2013 Ergonomics Training Calendar and Announcements

• Upcoming Ergonomics Training:

  These classes are required every two years if your job involves using a computer for 2 or more hours a day and/or you perform lifting tasks routinely as part of your work in the office.

  • "Back Safety in the Office" held every other month beginning in January 2013.
  • "Office Ergonomics" held every other month beginning in February 2013.
  • Check the calendar below for details and register through Learning and Development Network (LDN).
• 2013 "Office Ergonomics" Training Calendar
• 2013 "Back Safety in the Office" Training Calendar
• Class Registration at the Learning and Development Network. You can typically register 30-60 days in advance of the scheduled training. If unable to register, contact Alison Heller-Ono, Ergonomics Manager x5856.

   Live Training Alternatives:

If you are unable to attend our "live" classroom training, you may participate by logging onto the programs below through Target Safety. To get credit for the class, you must complete the online training and email/scan/fax or IO mail your certificate of completion to the Ergonomics Manager. Take the classes that are most applicable to your job. Target Safety Web link:  http://app.targetsafety.com/login/?c=montereycounty General Office Ergonomics     Back Injury Prevention          Industrial Ergonomics

Employee Safe Work Practices and Self-Care Information

  For Computer Users:

• Office Workers' Do's and Don'ts for Safe Work Practices
• "Stretch-Time" - Onsite Stretching and Self-Care Program
• Four Steps to Setting Up Your Workstation
• Keyboard Shortcuts
• AMS Advantage Keyboard Shortcuts
• How to set Microsoft Outlook Reminder feature for Stretch Breaks

     RSI Guard Stretch Break Program Information:

• New Users Watch: RSI Guard benefits and use tutorial

• RSI Guard Autoclick Tutorial and Video Instruction     

• To learn more about RSI Guard or to request it on your computer, contact the Ergonomics Manager at 831-755-5856.

  For Material Handling and Lifting:

• Material Handling Do's and Don'ts for Safe Lifting Practices

• Healthy Back Brochure

  For General Information:

•  Foot Care Guide To Prevent or Manage Foot Injuries (read if you are on your feet all day!)

HOW TO ADJUST YOUR ERGONOMIC CHAIR: Pick your chair from the image below for instructions. Click the chair for video instructions.
Steelcase Criterion	Steelcase Leap	Steelcase Amia	Office Master DB53 (57)	Office Master YS72	Office Master PT78	Office Master OM5
Ergo Human	Knoll Generation	Soma	Office Master MXIU84	RFM Ray	Herman Miller Mirra
Click the chair name above for PDF version instructions of each chair
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE: If you are using a chair that has a cylinder that goes down involuntarily or no longer holds at the desired position for you, report that IMMEDIATELY to your Supervisor and your Facilities Manager. If the chair has other mechanical failures or appears to be broken, remove immediately and contact your Supervisor and Facilities Manager.

ERGONOMIC ACCESSORY INSTRUCTION
	Click this side for PDF or video instructions
Rollermouse Pro 2
Rollermouse Free
Kinesis Freestyle keyboard and accessories   VIP Lift Kit	Video instruction link for Freestyle Solo Video instruction link for VIP lift kit
Goldtouch Keyboard
Evoluent Mouse

Other Ergonomic Services

• Ergonomic Chair Fitting And Standards Program: If you are interested in replacing your current chair or chairs, click here to learn more.
• Facility Planning with Ergonomics: If you are planning a move or want to buy new furniture, contact Alison to assist you with including ergonomics in the planning process.
• Keyboard and Mouse Trial Program: The County of Monterey Ergonomics Process offers a variety of alternative keyboard and pointing devices on loan for trial. Other common types of ergo equipment may also be available on recommendation. If you experience discomfort while using your standard devices, request an Ergonomic Evaluation to better understand how to use these devices or determine if alternative devices are more appropriate. You must have a recommendation from an Ergonomist  to change your devices in most cases. The device is loaned to you for trial for 2-4 weeks to assess its benefits prior to purchase.

Level I Ergonomics Evaluator Program       

A Level I evaluator is an employee who has been selected or has volunteered to assist fellow employees by conducting basic ergonomic analysis. The Level I evaluator assists coworkers with proper equipment set up and use of essential equipment at their computer workstation, provides education on safe work practices and makes reasonable recommendations that will reduce risk, improve comfort and productivity for employees. Level I evaluators’ work with non-symptomatic, non-injured employees in this process.

• Approved Level I Evaluators
• Qualifications of a County of Monterey Level I Evaluator
• Level I Evaluator Roles and Responsibilities
• Level I Evaluator Commitment Form

  Level I Evaluator Tools:

• Level I Ergonomic Evaluation (Word template for use by Level I Evaluator Only)
• Procedure to conduct a Level I evaluation

   About Alison Heller-Ono, Ergonomics Manager

• Ergonomics Manager Bio

• Contact Information

• Hellera@co.monterey.ca.us

• Phone: 831-755-5856     Fax 831-796-8544

Ergonomics Studies by  Alison Heller-Ono

1. An Assessment Methodology for Ergonomic Chair Quality and Competency in the Workplace (PREMUS 2010 submission)

2. Successful Outcomes of Developing an Ergonomics Process (1994-2000)

3. Preventive Ergonomics Strategies Result in Return on Investment (2001-2006)

4. 21st Century Ergonomics: A Lean Approach to Ergonomics Process Design and Management (2009 HFES submission, 2008 study. Reprinted with permission of HFES)

5. Early Prevention Followed by Ergonomic Interventions Results in Significant Financial Benefit to Organizations (PREMUS 2010 submission, 2009 study)