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Evidence-based ergonomics, home safety, aging in place, and universal design resources
Here you will find expert perspectives, curated reading, and tools related to ergonomics, home safety, aging in place, and universal design. Each resource is selected by FjordErgo to support safer, more comfortable spaces for your body, your work, and your daily life.
If bathroom safety is a priority, start with the free FjordErgo Bathroom Safety Guide. It focuses on common hazards and safer design options in bathrooms at home, in senior housing, and in other shared or workplace settings where injuries can often be prevented.
You can also browse recent FjordErgo articles on the FjordErgo Living Blog.
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Choosing an ergonomic chair is one of the most important decisions you can make for your comfort and long-term health at the computer. Most people focus on price or appearance and then wonder why the chair still causes pain. We share seven key features to look for, and why each of them matters.
The bathroom is one of the highest-risk rooms in the home, and one of the most overlooked. This free guide helps you identify critical safety items in your bathroom and understand why they matter.
Avoid these three common ergonomic mistakes that cause pain and fatigue in your home office and discover proven solutions to improve your posture and productivity.
A free, illustrated guide with ways to make a home comfortable, safe, and accessible for older adults and people planning ahead.
A room-by-room guide from the National Institute on Aging with steps to reduce fall risks at home, plus a companion video.
Universal Design’s foundational framework. Seven principles for creating environments and products usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without adaptation or specialized design.
OSHA’s ergonomics resource. Includes hazard identification guidance, industry-specific tools, and an ergonomics eTool for workstation setup.
A program that helps older adults evaluate how well their vehicle fits them, with tips and resources to support safe, independent driving.
The primary professional society for human factors and ergonomics practitioners, researchers, and educators in the United States, with publications, standards, and annual conference resources.
NIOSH’s ergonomics resource covers computer work, lifting, and awkward posture. Evidence-based guidance from the federal agency for occupational safety research.
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