PDX Lunch & Learn: Ergonomics of Telecommuting

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Technology is increasingly changing our paradigm of traditional work. Thanks to advancements in our ability to connect and communicate with others, more and more people are skipping a frustrating and sometimes long commute to work in exchange for working at home or in the local coffee house.

While telecommuting can add to our productivity and lower our stress, there are some considerations that the employer and telecommuter should be aware of when working remotely to avoid injury and maximize a healthy lifestyle and wellbeing.

Join Technology Association of Oregon at a Lunch & Learn hosted by SAIF on Wednesday, October 9th from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm at Pacific Furnishings to discuss the benefits and pitfalls of telecommuting and give practical tips and best practices to improve ergonomics and health of the home office.

PRESENTERS

Tony Brace.jpg		Tony Brace, MS, CPE, CIH Ergonomist SAIF Corporation  Tony has been a Certified Professional Ergonomist since 2005 and has worked as an ergonomist for companies such as Intel, Boeing, and Honeywell. Tony is now an Ergonomist for SAIF Corporation.
Liz Hill.jpg		Liz Hill, MPH, CIH, CSP Total Worker Health Advisor SAIF CorporationLiz has worked as an occupational safety and health professional for more than 20 years in a variety of organizations from oil and gas to higher education.  Liz is currently the Total Worker Health adviser for SAIF.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
The topic will be most relevant for small business owners, contract employees, HR professionals, Executive Assistant, Office and Facility Managers, and anyone who works remotely from home or the local coffee shops in any industry.

ABOUT SAIF
Oregon’s not-for-profit workers’ compensation insurance company. Since 1914, we’ve been taking care of injured workers, helping people get back to work, and keeping rates low by focusing on workplace safety. Together with our partners, we strive to make Oregon the safest and healthiest place to work.