Risk factors associated with laboratory work include:
- Repetitive motion
- Awkward postures
- Forceful exersion
- Static exersion
- Contact stress
- Low temperatures
- Vibration
- Lighting
Examples of common laboratory activities involving ergonomic risk factors include:
- Pipetting
- Microscopy
- Micromanipulation and dissection
- Using the biosafety cabinet
or chemical fume hood
- Dispensing liquids
- Standing
- Writing lab notebooks
- Keyboarding and mousing
Learn how to minimize or eliminate the ergonomic risk factors
associated with laboratory tasks:
- Schedule group training: Have an ergonomic specialist present group training in your workplace, focusing on the tasks and equipment your group uses. To schedule group training:
- You need at least 6 participants.
- E-mail your request to ehsih@ucsd.edu, including:
- Your name
- Department
- Phone number and e-mail address
- Building and room number
Need an expert? Contact an ergonomics specialist.
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