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22/04/2020

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22/03/2020

HOME ERGONOMIC HACKS

Don't panic if you find yourself suddenly locked down at home, without an established home office set up.
There are plenty of options to support a healthier workspace without the need to brave the local Officeworks.

Here are a few suggestions 👇🏽 with items that you may already have at home

Remember- the key is to take regular stretch breaks...and stay positive; this won't be forever.

Please get in touch if you have any questions about your home set up. I am offering tele-support services:
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20/03/2020

With many of us now suddenly working from home, and the set up being 'less than ideal', it is important to be extra vigilant with taking activity and stretch breaks.

Here is a list of some apps you can access in any format (iOS, Android, Windows and Mac) to get you to (i) stop, take a break (ii) stretch (iii) move.

Some of the apps below have great video content, and some also provide some tips on how to set up your space.

• Break Time (iOS, Android)
• Move- Daily Activity to Stay Healthy (iOS)
• Stand Up! The Work Break Timer (iOS)
• StandApp (iOS)
• Vidamic UP! (Android)
• Randomly RemindMe (Android)
• Stretching Exercises – Flexibility Training (Android)
• Big Stretch Reminder (Windows- Desktop)
• EyeLeo (Windows- Desktop)
• 7 Minute Workout (iOS)
• Pocket Yoga (iOS, Android, Mac)
• Universal Breathing Pranayama (iOS, Android, Mac)
• 5 Minute Yoga (iOS, Android)
• Sworkit (iOS, Android)
• Endomondo (iOS, Android, Mac, Windows)
• Healthy Working from Cardinus (iOS, Android)
• WorkPose (iOS, Android)

If anyone has any additional apps or e-resources, please post them in comments.

Feel free to touch base with us for tele-support.

13/03/2019

Excited to be presenting the Humanscale two day technical certification in office ergonomics with my colleague, Molly Farmer.

If you work in an office, work in HR, EHS/OHS, fit out design and consulting, or are just keen for more knowledge on how to maximise your overall wellbeing and productivity at work, join us in Melbourne on 2-3 April 2019.

Register now: https://lnkd.in/gP-jvgb

17/09/2018

All over the world people sit down at their desks. They may not be aware that the way they are sitting has a name, and that name is: turtle posture.

17/09/2018

Great video- worth a watch!
Are you a "shy turtle"?

Click on the link below
https://youtu.be/wSKV5IF8guM

17/07/2018

Episode #5: The importance of having a good night's sleep

"Sleep – or rather the lack of it – is a substantial burden on our economy and the livelihood of Australians, dampening mood, exacerbating health problems, dulling our productivity and making us a danger on the roads and in workplaces around the country"

http://www.medianet.com.au/releases/140340/

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26/06/2018

Episode #4:

There are other factors to consider when assessing the health of your office. Its not just about sitting or standing, or the set up of the workstation. Visual health, noise factors, hydration and knowing who to talk to regarding any safety concerns are all key factors to consider.

Book in your workstation assessments today

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12/06/2018

Another in my series of "How to Implement a Healthy Office Makeover".

Episode #3: Problems associated with prolonged standing.

We have all heard the mantra "sitting is the new smoking" and standing has become the "go to" posture...but did you know about the risks associated with standing too long?

Book in your workstation assessments today

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04/06/2018

Slouching. Slumping. Sitting with your legs crossed. We have all been guilty of it! Most desks are ergonomic disaster zones.
Find out how the risks of poor posture can impact you and your staff.

Book in your workstation assessments today.

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24/05/2018

Workplace injuries cost billions annually- book in an Ergonomic Workstation Assessment and start your office makeover to improve the health of your office

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11/04/2016

http://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/health/mind/aetna-ceo-mark-bertolini-rewards-employees-who-sleep-for-seven-hours-or-more/news-story/6fcebfbaed77755c6b62d003de0a7a8b

AN AMERICAN CEO has come up with a unique way to encourage his employees to sleep more, and in turn increase their productivity — he pays them to sleep.