Working From Home Isn’t New — But Your Risk Management Might Be Outdated
With rising costs and ongoing shifts in how we work, many organisations are continuing to support working from home (WFH).
But here’s the question:
👉 When was the last time you reviewed your WFH risk management approach?
During COVID, many organisations implemented policies, checklists and initial ergonomic support. That was a great starting point — but for many, it hasn’t been revisited.
Since then, employees have:
• Changed roles
• Moved homes
• Updated (or downgraded) equipment
• Increased time working remotely
• Developed new aches, pains or health concerns
👉 This means your risk profile has likely changed.
What Should Organisations Be Doing?
Now is the time to:
• Review your WFH policies
• Identify higher-risk workers
• Reassess home work environments
• Provide appropriate equipment and support
• Invest in education and training
A Simple Place to Start
We’ve developed a range of free ergonomic resources to support teams:
Educational poster – https://corporateworkhealth.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/CWHA_Ergo_Training_Poster.pdf
Understanding your chair – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZaXK6A6EPI
Setting up your task chair – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-J7CgdwJNk&feature=youtu.be
Determining if you need a footrest – https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=eKSL27RFhNzKiAcV&v=y2_–_65RUs&feature=youtu.be
Adjusting a sit stand desk – https://youtu.be/fHQMXzr4fcE
Setting up your monitors – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vhKWkwAEjpo&feature=youtu.be
Keyboard set up – https://youtu.be/d0VbF13sRV4
Mouse use – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1StCV0lYRWk&feature=youtu.be
These can be easily implemented across your workforce to improve awareness and reduce risk.
Final Thought
Working from home is here to stay — but your approach to managing it needs to evolve.
If you haven’t reviewed your strategy in the last 2–3 years, now is the time.
If your organisation needs support with:
• WFH policies
• Ergonomic risk assessments (virtual or onsite)
• Training and education
📩 heathwilliams@corporateworkhealth.com
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