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Ergonomic Risk Assessment

Identify Hazards. Prevent Injuries. Optimize Performance.

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Precision-Driven Evaluations for Safer Workspaces

At Injury Prevention Plus, our ergonomic risk assessments are designed to uncover and address the physical stressors that contribute to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in the workplace. Whether you're managing a manufacturing floor, warehouse, healthcare facility, or office, our certified ergonomists deliver on-site, evidence-based evaluations that help reduce injury risk and improve productivity.

What we assess

Our assessments are tailored to your environment and workforce. We evaluate:

  • Repetitive motion and forceful exertions

  • Awkward or sustained postures

  • Manual material handling (lifting, pushing, pulling)

  • Workstation layout and reach zones

  • Environmental factors (lighting, temperature, vibration)

Safety professional assessing ergonomic risks along an active industrial manufacturing line with diverse workers operating machinery.”

Tools & Methodologies We Use

Validated Ergonomic Models for Accurate Risk Analysis

We apply industry-recognized tools and software to ensure our assessments are thorough and actionable:

  • RULA (Rapid Upper Limb Assessment) – for evaluating posture risks in upper body tasks

  • NIOSH Lifting Equation – to determine safe lifting limits and assess manual handling risks

  • RNLE (Revised NIOSH Lifting Equation) – for more complex lifting scenarios

  • Snook Tables – to evaluate pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting tasks

  • Liberty Mutual MMH Equations – for calculating acceptable weight limits in manual material handling

  • Dempsey Liberty Mutual Metabolic Equations – to estimate energy expenditure and task fatigue

  • HandPak – for analyzing hand-intensive tasks and grip force requirements

  • LiFFT (Lifting Fatigue Failure Tool) – to assess cumulative loading and fatigue risk over time

  • Arm Force Field Worksheet – for evaluating upper limb exertion and force thresholds

  • Bloswick BCF Model – for biomechanical compression force analysis in lifting tasks

These tools allow us to quantify risk, prioritize interventions, and support compliance with Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).

Why Ergonomic Risk Assessments Matter

Musculoskeletal injuries are one of the leading causes of lost time and compensation claims in Ontario. Proactively identifying ergonomic risks helps:

  • Prevent workplace injuries before they happen

  • Reduce absenteeism and improve employee retention

  • Support return-to-work and modified duty planning

  • Ensure compliance with Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)

  • Boost morale, comfort, and productivity across your workforce

Whether you're managing a team of industrial workers or supporting office-based staff, investing in ergonomics is a smart, preventative strategy that pays off in both human and financial terms.

What You’ll Receive

Actionable Insights. Immediate Impact.

Each assessment includes:

  • A detailed report outlining ergonomic risk factors

  • High-resolution photos and annotated diagrams

  • Practical, low-cost recommendations for improvement

  • On-the-spot coaching for posture, lifting, and workstation setup

  • Optional follow-up support for implementation or accommodation

Workplace assessment identifying ergonomic risk factors to prevent musculoskeletal injuries.

Who Benefits from Ergonomic Risk Assessments?

Our assessments are ideal for:

  • Employers looking to reduce injury claims and improve workplace safety

  • Health & Safety Coordinators seeking proactive risk management tools

  • HR professionals supporting return-to-work and accommodation plans

  • Employees experiencing discomfort or performing repetitive, high-risk tasks

  • Union representatives advocating for safer working conditions

  • Insurance and WSIB case managers requiring objective ergonomic documentation

We work across industries—from manufacturing and logistics to healthcare, education, and municipal services.

Where We Work

Serving Ontario and Québec with On-Site Expertise

We proudly deliver ergonomic risk assessments across:

  • Toronto – Supporting logistics, healthcare, and corporate teams

  • Hamilton – Partnering with industrial and municipal employers

  • Ottawa – Serving government, healthcare, and hybrid workplaces

  • Mississauga & Oakville – Helping growing businesses optimize safety

  • Gatineau – Providing bilingual services for federal and private clients

 
 
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