FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Here are some commonly asked questions and answers about ergonomics
in the workplace.

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QUESTION: What are "work-related injuries?"
ANSWER: They are
physical problems which develop as a result of work performed at your
work station that affect your wrists, neck, shoulders, back, legs, & eyes.
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QUESTION: Am
I likely to get an injury?
ANSWER: Anyone who regularly
engages in short-cycle highly repetitive motions is subject to developing
a physical problem if they are NOT set up correctly.
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QUESTION:
How can I avoid "hurting" while working at my work station?
ANSWER: The best
method is through
PREVENTION.
In other words, keeping your muscles in neutral throughout most of the
day being "Ergonomically Correct".
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QUESTION:
How much does it cost to become Ergonomically Correct?
ANSWER: Every
person’s needs vary depending upon their size, physical condition, & workplace
configuration. The first step is to determine what needs to be improved
through an Ergonomic Evaluation which costs as little as $99.00
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QUESTION: How
long does it take & what’s involved?
ANSWER: The total
time for an Ergonomic Evaluation takes less than an hour & includes: wrists, neck, shoulders, eyes,
back, & legs as well as ALL of your work equipment.
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QUESTION:
Will I need to purchase new furniture?
ANSWER: 95% of
the time we can make your existing space become "Ergonomically Correct",
including desks, cubicles, folding tables, credenzas, chairs, etc.
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QUESTION: Who
actually corrects my work station?
ANSWER:
One of our Ergonomic Specialists will evaluate you and your work station
either in person or remote via our "Photo Ergonomic Evaluations" (#A-550)
It depends upon your preference and location.
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QUESTION: Why
should I order from FILCO/USA, INC. when there is an office supply store
near my office?
ANSWER: "One
size does NOT fit all" our products are designed to be highly functional
for most employees regardless of their height because they are easily
adjustable. Each one is designed to PREVENT &/or
ALLEVIATE discomfort & pain that is resulting from working incorrectly.
Years of experience & testing have helped us to develop the most
effective line of Ergonomic products!
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