Ergonomics@Work

• Computer ergonomics
• Computer workstation evaluator training
• Back care and body mechanics
• Specialized training for non-computer environments, such as jobs involving tool use or lifting

Contact Ergonomics@Work at (510) 642-8410 for a current workshop schedule or to find out about organizing a special ergonomics training for your department.

Berkeley's on-site Occupational Health Clinic specializes in the treatment of work-related health problems, including repetitive motion and musculoskeletal injuries.

Treatment may include physical therapy and a worksite evaluation, if necessary. Services are provided at no cost to you or your department.

If you have been injured on the job, notify your supervisor and schedule an appointment with the Occupational Health Clinic at University Health Services, Tang Center, by calling (510) 642-6891

Preventive workstation evaluations for all faculty and staff who use a computer four hours a day or more are (1) required by the campus Health and Safety Guidelines for Computer Users, and (2) the responsibility of each department. Ask your supervisor or Department Safety Coordinator for the name of the computer workstation evaluator for your department. Free training for departmental computer workstation evaluators is offered each semester by Ergonomics@Work. Call (510) 642-8410 for more information or for the name of your computer workstation evaluator.

Preventive worksite evaluations in non-computer environments are conducted by the campus Ergonomics Specialist. If jobs in your department involve the use of tools, lifting and handling materials, or laboratory work, employees may face ergonomic risks. Supervisors, health and safety committees, or Department Safety Coordinators can schedule an ergonomic worksite evaluation by calling (510) 643-2540.

Post-injury worksite evaluations are conducted by the campus Ergonomics Specialist or a University Health Services physical therapist. Worksite evaluations ordered by off-campus health care providers for injured or disabled employees are coordinated through the campus Vocational Rehabilitation office, (510) 642-8659 or (510) 642-1914.

Many modifications can be made at low or no cost. The University contracts with vendors that offer ergonomic computer workstation furniture and accessories at reasonable prices. A Computer Ergonomics Matching Funds Program is available to help off set the cost of workstation improvements.

Call UC Furniture at 1-877-722-9090 toll free to schedule a visit to the on-campus showroom to try out adjustable chairs, tables,and keyboard trays prior to purchase. Call the campus Ergonomics Program at (510) 642-8410 to find out more about the financial loan program for the purchase of ergonomic furniture and accessories.