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Human Factors & Ergonomics (HFE) Hub

The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia (HFESA)

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These podcasts are a series of educational podcasts from the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society of Australia (HFESA). These podcasts focus on the connection between human capabilities and good design. Their aim is to promote the field of Human Factors and Ergonomics and provide guidance and professional development.
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How do I get started with ergonomics? How do I find paying clients? What type of services should I be offering clients? These are just some of the big questions that Board Certified Professional Ergonomist, Darcie Jaremey digs into with the Business of Ergonomics Podcast. Each episode is designed to get you to take immediate action. Want to learn how to get started with office ergonomic assessments? Want to generate more sales with your services? Discover why Rehab, Healthcare Professionals, ...
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Ergonomically Speaking...aims to provide jargon-free ergonomic advice to remedy the most common issues I come across in in my day job as an Ergonomics Consultant. Poor posture? Sore back? Tight shoulders? Headaches? I have you covered! Simple, practical tips and unbiased product recommendations to ensure you can work safely, efficiently and most importantly, without pain! But why a podcast!?? Because, if you are like me you will have a long list of saved articles and blog posts that you keep ...
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Ergon Talks

Ergon, Inc.

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Ergon Talks is a place where different aspects of Ergon's culture, values, and business can be discussed. Each interview highlights how a company or department contributes to the overall success of the company and shows some of the unique aspects of our culture. We want people to understand on a personal level how our companies meet the needs of our customers and support our employees.
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Hey momma, are you exhausted from putting your daily aches and pins aside to care for everyone else? Do you struggle to make time for regular physical therapy, chiropractic or massage appointments for yourself? I’ve been there. Hi. I’m Amanda, a mom of three littles and a working physical therapist. I had my first baby during the last year of graduate school. I was new to motherhood and overwhelmed with my career journey. I remember being on the bed with my laptop while nursing a baby, juggl ...
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It can be easy to ignore how much time we spend sitting at our desks typing away on our keyboards daily. If we don't take care of ourselves, this can lead to serious health problems down the line. But, at the Ergonomic Specialist PodCasting Channel, you'll find ergonomic best practices for preventing neck, back, and wrist pain.
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What is a good posture at the workplace? How does good posture increase your productivity? Can Ergonomics enhance employee wellness? These are just some of the most significant questions that are on the mind of both employees and employers. And yes it is true that good posture can have a lasting and massive impact on productivity and performance at the workplace. To answer these and many more pertinent issues related to the physical wellness of corporate professionals, this is a podcast wher ...
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Sharon Todd is chatting with Alison Heller-Ono, PT, MSPT, CPE, President and CEO of Worksite International, Inc. Alison is passionate about how people work! As an entrepreneur, pioneer, and bold industry leader in the ergonomics marketplace since 1993, Alison helps small- to mid-size multinational and global employers keep employees healthy so they…
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Recommending a mouse isn’t as simple as matching a product to a symptom. In this episode of the Business of Ergonomics Podcast, Darcie breaks down how to choose the right mouse based on root cause analysis, biomechanics, and task demands — not trends or quick fixes. You’ll learn how different mouse designs affect wrist posture, forearm loading, sho…
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As the New Year approaches, many moms feel pressure to “get back into shape.” But what if this year, we did something different? In this New Year’s Eve episode, we’re closing out the holiday series by reframing what strength and fitness really mean for moms. Instead of chasing extreme workout plans or unrealistic resolutions, we’re talking about tr…
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Christmas morning doesn’t have to leave you overstimulated, exhausted, and sore before noon. In this final episode before Christmas, I’m sharing simple, mom-tested ways to make your morning feel calmer, cozier, and more joyful—without adding anything to your to-do list. These are small prep steps that protect your energy, your body, and your presen…
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New Year’s looks a little different when you have little kids—and that’s okay 🤍 In this episode, I’m sharing simple, low-stress ways to celebrate New Year’s with young kids without staying up too late, overdoing it, or exhausting yourself in the process. These ideas are easy to set up, fun for kids, and realistic for parents who are already carryin…
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This week on Everyday Ergonomics for Working Moms, we’re diving into one of my favorite parenting tools—our family’s Calm Down Bench. If the holidays bring out big feelings, meltdowns, overstimulation, and sensory overload (in kids and moms), this episode is your new go-to reset plan. I’m walking you through exactly how our Calm Down Bench works, w…
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In this episode, Darcie breaks down the foundation of every effective office ergonomics assessment: root cause analysis. She shares why jumping straight to solutions leads to costly mistakes, how the “Five Whys” technique uncovers what’s really driving discomfort, and why engineering controls beat posture reminders every time. You’ll hear real exam…
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2025 brought hybrid headaches, overloaded inboxes and more than a few makeshift home-office setups. But 2026 won’t wait — and the organisations who prepare now will protect their people and their productivity. In this episode, I break down the key ergonomic trends employers need to know for 2026, including rising MSD risks, neurodiversity needs, co…
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In today’s episode of Everyday Ergonomics for Working Moms, Amanda breaks down something festive and surprisingly risky: holiday ladder safety. With over 160,000 ladder injuries each year — and a big spike happening between November and January — this conversation matters more than we think. Amanda takes OSHA guidelines and translates them into rea…
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Let’s make holiday travel easier on the body you mother in. Whether you’re traveling by car, plane, train, or just shuffling between homes — this episode gives you simple, doable ergonomic hacks to reduce tension, improve circulation, and keep your body feeling supported and cared for. We’ll cover: Pre-travel stretching + walking for blood flow & i…
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If you’ve ever walked past a mirror and thought, “I would look so much better if I could just sit up straight,” this episode is for you. Today we’re getting real about posture — what it is, what it isn’t, and why simply “sitting up straight” doesn’t solve your rounded shoulders, forward head posture, or that dreaded tech-neck hump. As moms, our dai…
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Bath time shouldn’t leave your back aching or your shoulders burning. In this episode of Everyday Ergonomics for Working Moms, we’re diving into real-life, mom-tested ways to make bath time safer, easier, and more comfortable—for you and your kids. Whether you’re bathing a slippery newborn, wrangling a wiggly toddler, or teaching an independent pre…
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This Christmas, skip the novelty mug and give a gift that actually makes a difference. In this episode, I share my guide to easy, practical ergonomic gifts that support comfort, focus, and wellbeing — perfect for remote workers, students, and anyone spending long hours at a desk. From affordable setup upgrades to premium investments in long-term he…
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Sharon Todd chats to Dr Ken Catchpole one of the HFESA's keynote speakers for the annual conference in Tasmania Australia in December. So who is he, what does he do and what can we expect? Dr Ken Catchpole is a cognitive scientist and human factors practitioner who seeks to understand and improve human performance in complex systems. After leading …
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We’re celebrating one full year of Everyday Ergonomics for Working Moms! 🤍 In this special anniversary episode, I’m reflecting on how this podcast began, the surprises along the way, and the small ergonomic tweaks that have made big differences for moms everywhere. Over the past year, we’ve talked about posture, pain relief, breastfeeding ergonomic…
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Halloween doesn’t have to mean chaos, sugar crashes, and overtired kids! In this episode of Everyday Ergonomics for Working Moms, Amanda shares her favorite Halloween hacks for moms to make the night fun, calm, and easy. You’ll hear practical trick-or-treating tips, easy Halloween meal ideas, and bedtime routines that help your kids wind down — so …
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Sidney Irwin is an early career researcher and lecturer at the School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences at Central Queensland University. She received her doctorate from the same university. Her focus is on the normative rules of trash talk in esports and is expanding her expertise towards esport psychology, human factors and user experiences…
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Big holiday meals shouldn’t mean a sore back, stiff shoulders, or aching wrists. In this episode, Amanda shares her go-to ergonomic strategies to help you cook smarter, not harder — so you can actually enjoy the holidays you’re working so hard to create. Learn how to: 🍽️ Plan and prep large meals in stages to avoid fatigue 🪑 Set up your workstation…
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Ever wake up feeling like you slept wrong? In this episode, we’re talking about the power of pillow placement for better sleep and pain relief. Whether you’re a back, side, or stomach sleeper, small tweaks in alignment can make a big difference in how your body feels in the morning. Learn how to: Choose the right head pillow height for your neck Us…
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Not all baby gear supports healthy development — even the ones that promise to! In this episode, I’m sharing the baby and toddler items I personally avoid as both a mom and a physical therapist. We’ll dive into why popular gear like baby walkers, jumpers, and upright seats (like the Bumbo) can actually put stress on developing hip joints, encourage…
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Motherhood is beautiful—and exhausting. Between work, kids, and everything in between, it’s easy to feel like your brain and body are stretched to the max. In this episode of Everyday Ergonomics for Working Moms, I’m sharing the real-life hacks that are saving my mental, physical, and emotional health as a mom of three. These aren’t Pinterest-perfe…
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Find out one of the most important yet overlooked steps in growing an ergonomics consulting business: identifying your ideal client avatar. Spoiler alert—it’s not the worker in pain. It’s the HR decision-maker who signs the contract and opens the door to dozens of assessments. Learn why focusing on B2B instead of B2C creates leverage, how to uncove…
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Why does wrist pain so often travel with trap tension, or why does neck stiffness show up after weeks of baby holding? It’s not random—it’s your body compensating. In this episode, we’ll explore the Mom Pain Connection: the most common compensation patterns and pain clusters I see in moms. From weak postural muscles to poor lifting mechanics, our b…
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Back pain is one of the most common struggles—affecting 60–80% of adults—and moms are no exception. In fact, up to 70% of women experience back pain during pregnancy, and many still feel it months after giving birth. But here’s the truth: your back is not fragile. In this episode of Everyday Ergonomics for Working Moms, Amanda breaks down the myths…
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Episode Title: Small Tweaks, Big Results: Why I Created the Desk Smart Online Course Description: Many freelancers and solopreneurs start their business from the kitchen table or a dining chair — and it works… until it doesn’t. Back pain, stiffness, and fatigue soon follow, and the “quick fix” is often buying new equipment that isn’t actually neede…
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Ergonomics for Dentists & Hygienists | My Conversation with Stephanie Botts Dentistry is one of the most high-risk professions for musculoskeletal pain—and that means a huge opportunity for ergonomists. In this full interview, I sit down with Stephanie Botts, RDH, BSDH, CEAS, a practicing dental hygienist and certified ergonomics specialist, to exp…
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Gemma Read from the Centre for Human Factors and Sociotechnical Systems (UniSC) chats to Samantha Jackson about Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) safety. Samantha Jackson is a registered psychologist, human factors professional, and PhD candidate. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), a Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology)(Honours), a…
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Does driving leave your hips and low back feeling tight, stiff, or achy? You’re not alone. Car seats aren’t built with moms in mind — they’re built to fit “average” bodies, and most of us end up slouching, straining, or overreaching just to get from point A to point B. In this episode, I’m sharing a quick and easy system you can use every single ti…
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✨ Show Notes: Long drives and road trips don’t have to leave you stiff, achy, and miserable. In today’s episode, I’m joined by my client Carolyn, who shares her journey of turning hours on the road from a painful necessity into a comfortable routine. Carolyn was driving 1–4 hours at a time and constantly battling neck and back pain—until we worked …
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Mary Patterson MD, MEd is a pediatric emergency medicine physician and the Associate Dean of Experiential Learning and the Lou Oberndorf Professor of Healthcare Technology at the University of Florida where she has directed the Center for Experiential Learning and Simulation since 2018. She is past- president of the Society for Simulation in Health…
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Motherhood is demanding, and our bodies feel it—especially our shoulders, neck, and back from nursing, carrying, or even hours at a computer. In this final episode of our National Breastfeeding Month series, I’m sharing a quick, practical stretch break you can do anytime, anywhere to ease tension and bring a little relief. This episode is designed …
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This week, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing something close to my heart—my own breastfeeding journey with each of my three kids. From the challenges to the unexpected lessons, every experience was different, and each one shaped the way I support other moms today. I want to normalize these conversations, because whether you nursed for three …
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Craig Fletcher and Sharon Todd explore the world of designing HFE into projects including some recent work on the use of VR to reduce suicide on the rail network. Craig has 25 years experience in the area of ergonomics and human factors, both in Australia and the UK. He is experienced in conducting human factors assessments for a broad range of ind…
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In this special interview, I’m joined by my Feeding Foundations co-author and lactation consultant, Krista Cassel, to dive deep into the essentials every breastfeeding mom should know. Krista walks us through her HEART Method for latch success, breaking down each step in a way that’s simple, supportive, and actually doable in real life. We talk abo…
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Breastfeeding shouldn’t hurt—and it definitely shouldn’t leave you with sore shoulders, aching wrists, or a stiff back. In this Milk Minute bonus episode, we’re walking you step-by-step through our brand-new Feeding Foundations Guide, created to help you and your baby feed in total comfort—anytime, anywhere. We’ll teach you our WHERE Heart Meets RE…
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If you’ve ever rushed into a feed without thinking about your own body, you’re not alone—and you’re probably feeling it in your neck, shoulders, or back. What if there was a simple way to pause and set yourself up for less pain and more ease… in under a minute? In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the REST acronym—a simple tool you can use to prep…
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It’s 3pm on a Tuesday. Your neck feels like concrete, your shoulders are creeping up to your ears, and you haven’t moved in hours. Sound familiar? In this episode of Ergonomically Speaking…, we're diving into one of the most common workplace challenges: desk discomfort. But don’t worry—we're not here to sell you an expensive chair or redesign your …
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August 1 | Breastfeeding Month Kickoff: Milk Minute Replay Have you ever nodded off mid-feed, only to wake up with your neck locked, shoulders screaming, or your back completely shot? You’re not alone—and no, it doesn’t have to be that way. In honor of National Breastfeeding Month, we’re replaying one of your favorite episodes: how to create a nurs…
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Karen Lange-Morales, David Caple and Andrew S. Imada discusses the work of the IEA and their new publication "Giving your business the Humans Factors Edge - Making it Happen" to improve productivity, quality of products and the wellbeing of employees. The International Ergonomics Association (IEA) is a non-profit international federation of ergonom…
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We talk a lot about the patient. But what about the person sitting beside them? Whether you’re the spouse pulling an all-nighter in the labor and delivery room, a NICU mama warrior watching over your tiny fighter, or a parent supporting your child through tubes, tonsils, or chronic illness—your body is in it, too. Hospital furniture wasn’t built fo…
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You’ve probably been told that core strength is everything for moms—but what if the real game-changers aren’t your abs? In this episode of Everyday Ergonomics for Working Moms, we’re talking about two of the most overlooked (yet essential) muscle groups moms need to train: your shoulders and your back. ➡️ If you’ve ever: Felt that tight, aching tra…
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Tired of chasing your kid around just to keep them regulated? In this episode, I’m sharing how a simple twist on Simon Says can help kids stay calm and connected—without burning you out. You’ll learn why movements like jumping, balancing, and going upside down support emotional regulation, and how to use them in a game that’s fun, effective, and ea…
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Sharon Todd is chatting to Donna Duffy who is a Human Factors Engineering Specialist with over 25 years of experience in human factors and psychology. As a founding Co-Director of Human Engineered, Donna brings deep expertise to industries including Defence and aviation where she likes to drive organisational change and system design excellence. Pr…
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Grocery shopping shouldn’t leave you with an aching back, sore shoulders, or total burnout—and yet, for many moms, it absolutely does. Whether you’ve got a toddler in tow, a baby in a carrier, or big kids asking for every snack on the shelf, today’s episode is packed with simple, real-life strategies to make your grocery run easier on your body and…
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If you’ve ever been told “you carry your stress in your shoulders,” you’re not alone. The upper trapezius (aka the “upper trap”) is one of the most overworked muscles in motherhood — from carrying kids to working at a computer to hauling groceries, it’s doing way more than it’s meant to. In this episode, we break down: What the upper trap is really…
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Bottle feeding isn’t just about the baby — it’s about you, too. In this eye-opening episode, we flip the script on the usual bottle-feeding talk to focus on your physical comfort and long-term well-being. Whether you’re exclusively bottle feeding or just doing a few feeds a day, this episode is packed with ergonomic tips and body-saving strategies …
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Working remotely from a beachside cabin or cosy holiday rental sounds like a dream — but poor workstation setups can quickly turn that dream into a literal pain in the neck (and back!). In this episode of Ergonomically Speaking…, I’m diving into practical, down-to-earth advice to help you work comfortably from anywhere this summer. Whether you’re h…
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Do you have pain when you sit? Whether you’re working at a desk, nursing on the couch, commuting, or just trying to relax—chronic back pain doesn’t have to be part of your mom life. In this episode, I’m sharing simple and practical ways to tweak how and where you sit so you can feel more comfortable (without needing a fancy chair or a total setup o…
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Whether you're an OT, PT, RN, Kin, or another type of healthcare provider, you'll hear how Jess went from burnout and overwork to confidence, income, and flexibility. We break down her first paid assessment, how she landed referrals, and why you don’t need fancy equipment or another degree to get started. You'll learn: The mindset shift that helped…
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Today we’re building on last week’s “Lift Like a Mom” episode with another simple tip: push, don’t pull—whenever you can. We’ll cover: Why pushing gives your body a mechanical advantage How pulling increases your risk for strain and injury A real-life example: stroller vs. wagon What to do when pulling is unavoidable—and how to do it safely So the …
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