For HR and safety professionals, distinguishing between a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) and an Ergonomics Assessment is essential for effective workforce planning, injury prevention, and return-to-work (RTW) strategies. What is a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA)? A Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) is a structured assessment that quantifies the physical components required to perform a job, such as…
A MoveSafe warm-up provides more than just physical preparation (check out our article on why MoveSafe is ‘more than just a morning warm-up’ for more details), it can also provide an opportunity to enhance your workplace safety culture. Fostering a Safety-First Mindset Warm-ups serve as a daily reminder of the organization’s commitment to safety. By…
In today’s fast-paced work environment, physical well-being often takes a backseat. In an attempt to combat this, companies may implement a stretch and flex routine to reduce injuries. But these routines often lack an explanation of how and why they benefit the worker which results in lack of engagement. That’s what makes the MoveSafe Program…
Caribbean Utilities Company Victoria has been with CUC for 8 years. Her role within CUC’s MoveSafe Program is a MoveSafe Leader, and the MoveSafe Program Coordinator. How long has your company been participating in the MoveSafe Program? 8 years. Since 2015. The program started right around the same time I started, so I have gotten…
As you know we believe that injury prevention can be encapsulated into 3 simple ideas: Prepare and Maintain the Body Prepare the Work Area and Equipment and Moving Safely, with the correct postures and movement patterns. Download PDF Subscribe To Our Monthly Newsletter Name* First Last Email* Enter Email Confirm Email Company Name* Consent* I…
There’s no doubt. Fall has finally arrived on the West Coast! That means it’s time to wrap up your yard work for the season. It’s time to do your last maintenance and winterizing. We’ve compiled a list of typical fall yard work tasks and share tips for doing them safely so your yard work doesn’t…
Do you consciously think about your posture or technique when cycling? Unless you’re a professional cyclist, these aren’t things you usually think about, but they are essential. Tana Bullock, a Principal Consultant at MoveSafe used to be an avid cyclist. She would regularly go for 100km bike rides on the weekends. She was so passionate…
Are you heading out on the water this summer? If you’re kayaking, canoeing, or paddle boarding this summer, we have some ergonomics and posture tips to ensure taking the boat on the lake isn’t a painful experience. Keep reading for our expert tips for safe paddling ergonomics: Preparation before paddling It’s important to think about…
Paddling can take a lot of physical work, even if you are sitting back in a kayak. Be sure to warm-up and prepare your body for this work before you push away from shore. Activate your core with a series of core push-pull exercises. Target your shoulder muscles with some shoulder hinges and tight arm…
Increasing shoulder blade mobility with the shoulder hinge exercise helps to set muscle memory allowing the shoulders anchored posture to feel more natural and easier to maintain which can reduce pain and discomfort. https://vimeo.com/125958333 It’s important that the exercises are performed properly to get maximum benefit. Please download and review our Exercise Guide to learn…
