Ergonomics
The University of Michigan is committed to preserving the health and safety of its faculty and staff. There are 3 ways to access ergonomic services at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor:
Prevention Services:
Prevention services are available to all faculty and staff interested in preventing physical discomfort while performing job tasks. There is NO CHARGE for the assessments, but purchasing of recommended office equipment or furniture will be the responsibility of the employee’s department.
- For Ann Arbor campus employees complete the Ergonomics Services Request Form
- For Medical School employees complete the Ergonomics Services Request Form
- For Health System employees contact Safety Management Services at 764-4427
Medically Based Services:
Medical ergonomic services are available for anyone who is currently seeing a physician, chiropractor or therapist for discomfort experienced during the work day. This program is facilitated by MHealthy. You must have a physician prescription/referral prior to being scheduled.
In support of that commitment, Occupational Safety and Environmental Health (OSEH) provides ergonomic services designed to prevent work-related injuries often referred to as musculoskeletal disorders (MSD), repetitive strain injuries (RSI), and cumulative trauma disorders (CTD.) Through education, training, and on-site assessments we work with employees to reduce and/or eliminate risk factors associated with these disorders.
This website is designed to guide you through the OSEH Ergonomics Program established at the University of Michigan. Please direct any questions to your OSEH Representative, call our main OSEH line at 647-1143, or send an e-mail to OSEH.
