Ergonomic Risks in Imaging Departments
Radiology staff face risks from repetitive tasks prolonged workstation use and from manual handling of patients and equipment and ergonomic programs assess tasks and environments to reduce musculoskeletal injury and to improve staff wellbeing
Practical Interventions
Interventions include adjustable workstations optimized monitor placement lift aids for patient transfers standardized room layouts and scheduling practices that allow micro breaks and rotation of tasks and training in body mechanics and in safe equipment handling reduces injury rates and improves retention
Measuring Impact and Culture
Measuring outcomes uses injury rates staff surveys and productivity metrics and leadership support for ergonomic investments and for reporting of early symptoms fosters a culture that values prevention and that reduces long term disability and associated costs