Online Ergonomic Assessments

To assist employers manage the health and safety of employees working from home as a result of COVID-19 or otherwise, we are offering the following online ergonomic assessment services: 

  • Working From Home Staff Education Package (videos, photos and checklists)
  • Level 1 Online Home Office Ergonomic Assessments (preventative)
  • Level 2 Online Home Office Ergonomic Assessments (reactive, for injured employees)

Please scroll down the page to find information on each respective service.

Home Office Education Package

This is the most cost-effective solution for employers wanting to continue to meet their OHS obligations towards their employees who are now working from home. The Home Office Education Package provides employees with all of the information they need to set up their home office in the most ergonomically friendly and comfortable way.

Includes:
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  • Video tutorial – office desk ergonomic assessment and desk set up.
  • Video tutorial – home office ergonomic assessment/desk set up and tips.
  • Photograph series showing changes that can be made to a typical home office set up to improve posture and comfort.
  • Injury prevention information to ensure your employees are empowered to take control of their own health whilst working from home. 
  • Stretches and exercises to prevent overuse injuries from occurring. 
  • Ergonomic step-by-step checklist and diagram for a seated workstation.
  • Ergonomic step-by-step checklist and diagram for a standing workstation.

The main difference between this package and an online ergonomic assessment (below) is that employees do not get one-on-one time with one of our consultants. 

Cost:
  • $39.00 + gst per employee.

To Book:
  • Please email info@theergonomicphysio.com.au or call (03) 9088 2003 and let us know the number of employees you have. 

Level 1 Online Ergonomic Assessment

Our level 1 online assessments are preventative in nature and are suitable for the majority of employees. Level 1 assessments are designed to act as a substitute to ergonomic office sweeps in the office setting. Only those with a pre-existing injury or medical certificate requesting an ergonomic assessment require a level 2 assessment. 

Our experienced ergonomists (physiotherapist or osteopath) will advise each employee how to best set up their home office, as well as provide advice and tips to reduce the risk of injury and musculoskeletal discomfort. We will also inform you (the employer) if we feel your employee requires any specific equipment.

Level 1 online ergonomic assessments include:
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  • One-on-one 15-20 minute online ergonomic assessment and discussion with one of our expert ergonomics consultants. 
  • During this assessment we will be able to advise each employee how to best set up their home workstation using the equipment that they have available. 
  • We will also educate each employee how to best prevent musculoskeletal pain or injury from developing. 
  • We will identify “high-risk” employees and provide this feedback to you as the employer. 
  • Recommendations for equipment where indicated (this information is provided to the employer, not the employee).
  • Conducted viz zoom and mobile video call.

As part of a level 1 assessment, you will also get access to the Home Office Education Package mentioned above. 
     
Assessment method:
  • Online, by Zoom, Skype or video call.

Cost:
  • $65 + gst

To Book:​
  • Please email info@theergonomicphysio.com.au or call (03) 9088 2003 and provide the number of assessments required and the name and contact number for each employee to be assessed. We will provide you with a booking form for you to book each employee into a time slot.

Level 2 Online Ergonomic Assessment

Level 2 online ergonomic assessments are for those who have a pre-existing injury. They are a substitute for our Individual Ergonomic Assessments usually performed in the office.

The key difference between the level 1 and level 2 online ergonomic assessments is that level 2 ergonomic assessments involve a more in-depth assessment and are accompanied by a detailed report. 

Level 2 online ergonomic assessments include:

  • One-on-one 30-40 minute online ergonomic assessment and discussion with one of our expert ergonomics consultants. 
  • During this in-depth assessment we will be able to take a thorough history of the employees' presenting symptoms and discuss the injury in detail. 
  • We will be able to advise each employee how to best set up their home workstation using the equipment that they have available. 
  • We will also provide education about working behaviours and tips to prevent exacerbation of the current injury or onset of new problems.
  • A detailed report will be provided to the employer listing our findings, opinion and any recommendations that we have (i.e. equipment).

We provide a complimentary follow up phone call 3 days after the assessment to ensure the employee is progressing as we expected after their ergonomic assessment. 

Employees will also get access to the Home Office Education Package mentioned above.
 
Assessment method:
  • Online, by Zoom, Skype or video call.
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Cost:
  • $220 + gst
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To Book:
  • Please email info@theergonomicphysio.com.au or call (03) 9088 2003 and provide the name and contact number for each employee to be assessed. We will then contact the employee to arrange a suitable time for their assessment. We will forward the report directly to your nominated HR or OHS team leader.

Watch the online seminar presented by Jordan Lees on OHS obligations for employers with employees working from home.
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Our Recommended Equipment for your Home Office

To ensure your home office is set up with the best practices whilst you are working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have put together a list of our recommended ergonomic equipment. These products are the items that we use ourselves, as well as recommend to all of our clients.

Click here to view.