Laboratory Ergonomics

Laboratory tasks  can sometimes  be challenging from an ergonomics standpoint.  Laboratory tasks can include awkward postures, precision work with hands, reaching, and bending forward.  LBNL Ergonomics Program aims to address ergonomics risks in the laboratories. Please contact ergo@lbl.gov for assistance in examining your laboratory. 

This checklist is specifically designed to help you identify possible ergonomics risks that can occur in laboratory work areas/tasks.

This catalog contains a variety of helpful laboratory specific ergonomic accessories