Laboratory Ergonomics
 
     
 

Any and all work environments require a person to interact with their surroundings. In a laboratory, good ergonomics is often sacrificed for experimental efficiency. The following articles discuss ergonomic topics related directly to laboratory settings

Tips for Laboratory Workers

General tips about posture and hand/wrist positions to help you feel better during and after a day in the lab.

Tips for Microscope Users

If you spend much time hunched over a microscope, relief is coming.

Tips for Pipetting

There is a right and wrong way to pipet. Here are ways to adapt your work environment, tools and techniques.

Tips for Using Hoods and Cabinets

Feel like you work in a box? These tips can help

Laboratory Checklist

A checklist to see if you've been good or bad in the lab.