Ergonomics Day: October 22
October is Ergonomics Month, a global initiative that focuses on increasing awareness and promoting the science and application of ergonomics and human factors.
In recognition of this, you’re invited to attend this webinar on ergonomics hosted by WorkSafeBC. You’ll hear from industry leaders and experts on how ergonomics is evolving in the workplace.
Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. PDT
Location: Online via Microsoft Teams
Registration: Sign up here
Presentations
Hosted by WorkSafeBC’s Human Factors and Ergonomics team, this free online session will feature the following presentations:
The Future of Injury Prevention: Dovetailing Applied Field Research and Innovation Infrastructure for Safer Workplaces
Learn about initiatives from the Canadian Institute for Safety, Wellness, and Performance (CISWP) to prevent injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. These initiatives address complex health and safety challenges through:
- Field research, including mobile labs and wearable sensors
- The development of critical databases for discovery and decision making
- A rapid response system to look at current and emerging risks
- Multidisciplinary labs to translate research into solutions
Two initiatives will be highlighted: Database of Occupation-Specific Exposures (DOSE) and Multivariate Occupation-Specific Anthropometric (MOSAIC).
Vehicle Ergonomics: Driving and Working Safely from Your Mobile Office
Learn practical strategies for creating a safe and comfortable mobile workspace. The presentation will look how to effectively work in your vehicle, avoid common ergonomic pitfalls, and make simple adjustments to improve your comfort while driving and working.
Agenda and questions
For more details, please see the agenda. If you have any questions, please email humanfactors@worksafebc.com.