Organizations today are seeking ways to use the work environment as a means of improving worker effectiveness, prevent work related musculoskeletal disorders and to enhance worker health and well-being. This paper presents three case studies where companies have designed, implemented and evaluated office ergonomics interventions. Incorporating a work systems design approach can provide an effective framework for successful office ergonomics interventions.
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