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ErgoMatters℠ are short articles written by State Fund's team of ergonomics experts. Each article is designed to provide technical or background information on a specific issue pertaining to ergonomics in the workplace.

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Additional Rest Breaks Show Reduction in Fatigue and Injury California's Ergonomic Standard Cold Stress Cubital Tunnel Syndrome Heat Stress Job Rotation Presenteeism Reaching	Seated Postures Standing Workstation Guidelines Stretching Sunscreens Tips for Improving Storage Area Ergonomics Tips for Improving Vehicle Ergonomics Tips for Incorporating Wellness Into Your Ergonomics Program
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Chairs Casters, Wheels and Glides Choosing a Headset Choosing an Office Chair Easier Reading at the Computer Ergonomic Considerations for Shared Computer Workstations Keyboard Shortcuts Laptop Ergonomics Microbreaks	Office Lighting Optimal Monitor Placement Practicing the 20-20-20 Rule Saddle Chairs Tablets: Smaller and Lighter; But are They Better? Task Lighting Tech Related Tension Neck Texting Tenosynovitis (Blackberry Thumb) Tips to Help Prevent Back Injuries for Office Moves Visual Ergonomics Wrist Splints
Industrial
Anti-Fatigue Mats Back Belts Choose Tools That Fit You, Not Just Your Work Construction [English] Construction [Spanish] Conveyors Grip Force and Gloves Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) Injury Prevention For Painters Insoles: A Good Option for Workers Who Are on Their Feet	Kneeling: An Alternative to Working in a Stooped Posture Loading and Unloading Your Vehicle Measuring Push/Pull Forces on Carts Pushing and Pulling Shoes Matter: Ideas for a Shoe Policy Tips for Buying Material Handling Equipment Tips to Prevent Injury From Backpacks, Purses, Laptops, and Wallets Tool Balancers Whole Body Vibration
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Cosmetology and Ergonomics Dental Offices Ergonomics Ergo Interventions for EMS Workers Ergonomía Y Restaurantes [Spanish] Hotel Housekeeping Injury Prevention Standard Landscaping Library Ergonomics	Microscope Use Restaurants Ergonomics [English] Tips for Childcare Facilities Tips for Hotel Room Attendants Tips When Handling Wheelchairs
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A Successful Case Study on Guitar Making Beverage Delivery	Bottled Water Delivery Mixing Dry Materials Palletizing

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