Survey Finds Profitability in Ergonomics

Companies implementing ergonomics programs to reduce workers injury have found, to their surprise, that such programs also increase profitability and work force productivity, according to a survey of 45 companies by Art hur D. Little, Inc. The management-consulting firm reported about 70 percent of those surveyed reaped increased productivity and 30 percent reported increases in product quality, achievements that ultimately were reflected in the bottom line.