Individual Ergonomic Assessments

Individual Ergonomic Assessments are indicated for employees who are already regularly presenting with, or reporting, symptoms whilst working at their desk, as well as for those who have a request for an ergonomic assessment from their treating medical or health practitioner. 

Our ergonomic assessments are completed by experienced workplace physiotherapists who are specialists in ergonomics and workplace injury prevention. 

To book an Individual Ergonomic Assessment in Melbourne, please complete the form at the bottom of this page. 

FAQ's About Individual Ergonomic Assessments

Our Approach to Ergonomic Assessments

How we perform ergonomic assessments is highly individualised and tailored to address the specific needs of the individual being assessed. We do not follow a one-size-fits-all approach, or just implement a standardised ergonomic checklist, because such approaches do not address the specific symptoms the individual is experiencing, and are therefore unlikely to be effective in addressing the root cause of the symptoms. 

As physiotherapists who specialise in workplace ergonomics and workplace injury prevention, we have an in-depth understanding of the types of symptoms employees typically experience. As such, not only do we make workstation changes that are indicated to address the symptoms, we also provide extensive education to the employee being assessed, to help them better understand how their symptoms have likely developed, what they can do to reduce their symptoms, and what steps they can take to prevent the symptoms from returning. 

So, when getting an ergonomic assessment by The Ergonomic Physio, you can consider it as a proper personalised physiotherapy consult for your employee, with the added benefit of an ergonomic assessment of the workstation.


What is included in an Individual Ergonomic Assessment?

  • An in-depth ergonomic assessment by a qualified and experienced Physiotherapist who specialises in workplace ergonomics and workplace injury prevention. The assessment includes an ergonomic assessment of the employees' workstation, as well as a discussion with the employee about their injury and presenting symptoms.
  • All necessary adjustments to the employees' workstation, aimed at alleviating the presenting symptoms and preventing exacerbation. 
  • Employee education, aimed at addressing and reducing the presenting symptoms. 
  • A detailed report provided to your nominated HR/OHS representative outlining our findings, and any additional recommendations, such as ergonomic equipment.
  • ​Follow up as required. 


Time required for an Individual Ergonomic Assessment?

​We will require approximately 30-40 minutes of time with your employee onsite to perform a thorough Individual Ergonomic Assessment. We will then compile our report offsite and provide it to you within two business days. 

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What is the difference between Individual Ergonomic Assessments and Ergonomic Assessment Sweeps?

Individual ergonomic assessments are reactive in nature and are for employees who are already injured or already have presenting symptoms. In comparison, our office ergonomic assessment sweeps are proactive in nature and involve a brief ergonomic assessment with each employee in the office. 

Individual ergonomic assessments require more time with the employee and include a much more detailed report than an ergonomic assessment sweep. 

If you are looking for ergonomic assessments for your entire office, please see our Ergonomic Sweep page.


​Get a quote or make a booking?

To make a booking for an Individual Ergonomic Assessment in Melbourne, please complete the form at the bottom of this page. Alternatively, please contact us directly at [email protected].

What is an Ergonomic Assessment?

Ergonomic assessments consider the relationship that an individual has with all of the equipment and furniture at his or her workstation, such as the chair position, desk height, monitor and laptop positions, keyboard, and mouse. Environmental factors such as lighting, glare, noise and temperature are also be considered when applicable. 

An ergonomic assessment ensures that your employees' workstation is set up in a way that suits his or her individual health needs, improving comfort and reducing the risk of an overuse injury developing. The added benefit for your organisation is improved productivity and fewer sick days. 
Some of the valued clients we have assisted over the journey:

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Recently we have had Jordan from The Ergonomic Physio come out and do both ergonomic assessments for our admin team and manual handling training for all of our educators. Not only is Jordan professional, knowledgeable and thorough, he also came up with innovative ideas and solutions when working with our team, who have different manual handling needs, as they work with children and not in an office. Jordan then supported us with sourcing the best equipment to meet our needs. On top of all of this Jordan is also extremely friendly and personable. I couldn’t recommend him and The Ergonomic Physio highly enough

Tarryn Holland

Coordinator
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St Kilda & Balaclava Kindergarten

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We have engaged Jordan at The Ergonomic Physio to complete in person manual handling training and ergonomic assessments both in person and online for our staff working from home. Jordan has been fantastic to work with. He is responsive and demonstrates extensive knowledge in workplace injury prevention. Jordan takes the time to tailor sessions specifically to our organisation to make it relevant to the work that our staff do and the initiatives that we are rolling out as part of our general health and wellbeing program. We highly recommend Jordan to any organisation invested in improving the health and safety of their employees and look forward to working with him in the future.

Carla Viglino

People & Culture Advisor
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Russell Kennedy Lawyers

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Ensuring that workspaces are appropriate to individual employees can be a challenge, whether they are working from your office or home. Jordan Lees, Ergonomic Physio helps HR and employees take away the guesswork for workspace set-up. Jordan’s professional expertise in ergonomics saves employers time and money in ensuring your employees have the right equipment, correctly set-up for their needs. Jordan’s engagement skills with employees means they feel confident in sharing their needs and that their safety and well-being is being taken seriously.  It is great to be able to access such expertise in a regional area.  Highly recommended.

Deb Allan

HR Manager
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Bendigo

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We have engaged 'The Ergonomic Physio' for various services including ergonomics assessments, ergonomics training and furniture fitting. We found the response and communication to be prompt and proactive. We have had great outcomes from the partnership in the form of happier, healthier workers and would highly recommend their services.

Awin Stephen

Manager
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ABB Australia Pty Ltd

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We engaged Jordan to conduct a series of ergonomic assessments across our workforce.  Dealing with Jordan has been easy from start to finish.  He is knowledgeable and very accommodating providing an excellent and thorough service. Our ergonomic assessments when conducted in a professional and efficient manner.

Sonia Potter

National Head of People & Culture
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Ikon Communications

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