Ergonomics Resources
Office Ergonomics: Computer Settings
- Visual Ergonomics: Solutions for Lighting & Eye Health
- Left Handed Mouse: change left/right click when using your mouse on the left
- Pointer Speed: Adjust pointer speed to reduce mouse movement
- Font Size: Increase display size
- Outlook Font: Increase Outlook font size
- Keyboard Shortcuts: PC & MAC
- Adjusting Your Chair: video from ErgoCentric on how to adjust your chair
Commuting Ergonomics
Adjusting your environment to fit you is important not only in the office, but also while you are commuting. See the following links for tips about driving ergonomics, bike ergonomics, and helpful ergonomic hints about using smart phones and tablets while on transit.
- Driving Ergonomics
- Distracted Driving; talking on your cell phone, even if hands free, is not recommended
- Bike Ergonomics
- Smart Phones & Tablets
Stretch Prompters*:
- Trisunsoft
- Dejal (Mac Specific)
- Stretching Guide (UBC)
*Follow up with your healthcare provider for the right stretches for you; use the prompters to remind you.
- Office Ergonomics
- Classroom Ergonomics
- Sit-Stand Ergonomic Resources
- Lab Ergonomics
- Purchasing & Design Guidelines
- Ergonomics Regulations , Inspections & Investigations
- Ergonomics Resources
- Manual Material Handling Ergonomics
- Ergonomic Training & Workshops
- Contact Ergonomics
Extended Health & Dental Provider: Sun Life
Phone: 1-800-661-7334 or 1-800-361-6212
Web: mysunlife.ca
Active Plan Group Number: 025205
Member ID: your 7-digit UBC employee ID number
Retirement & Survivor Benefits Plan Group Number: 020605
Member ID: your 7-digit UBC employee ID number
Need crisis counselling?
Call the Morneau Shepell Care Access Centre at 1-800-387-4765 to chat with a counsellor.
Counselling & Workhealthlife benefits
Call the Morneau Shepell Care Access Centre at 1-800-387-4765 or visit the Shepell website.