Using Ergonomics to Improve User Comfort, Working Conditions and Reduce Costs

The proper use of ergonomic programs and procedures for the manufacturing sector Will not only influence quality and productivity, but also the comfort and well being of the end-users; and at the same timebearing in mind the costs that maybe incurred as no company (no matter how big or small) has an “open” purse. With this in mind a program was put into operation, at Monkstown, to investigate and reduce where possible the risks within the manufacturing processes, and this in turn lead to a major cost reduction.