Fit For Work

03/30/2026

Over the past month, we’ve focused on what effective injury prevention looks like before issues escalate into recordables.

For HR and safety leaders, that prevention depends on what happens early and consistently on the job. Real‑time observation, practical job coaching, and one‑on‑one conversations help expose issues before they escalate into claims, lost time, or operational disruption.

Industrial athletic trainers apply this approach onsite to support earlier intervention and more sustainable injury prevention across the workforce.

Learn more about this early‑intervention approach here: https://okt.to/nZg8qI

Discover top benefits of onsite industrial athletic trainers, from early symptom reporting to proactive workplace safety.

03/26/2026

Commercial driving involves more than time behind the wheel, with injury risks that extend beyond the cab.

In our latest blog, Kristen Sims‑Koenig, Injury Prevention Specialist at Fit For Work, shares how preventive safety and wellness habits help commercial drivers stay healthy for the long haul—from cab ergonomics and safe entry/exit to small daily routines that prevent strain before pain appears.

Key takeaways:
✅ Small, consistent habits outperform reactive injury response
✅ Early support builds resilience across every career stage
✅ Prevention works best when it’s embedded into daily operations

Read the full blog here: https://okt.to/MNITpg

03/12/2026

Last day at — and we’re closing it out strong.

The Fit For Work team is contributing with two sessions today, wrapping up a great week of learning and conversation around injury prevention and sustainable ergonomics programs.

If you’re attending, we hope to see you in a session or connect between events.

03/11/2026

We’re live at !

The Fit For Work team is on site today, presenting three sessions and connecting with attendees on the expo floor to share practical strategies for reducing MSK risk and building sustainable ergonomics programs.

If you’re attending, be sure to stop by and say hello.

03/11/2026

We’re on site at the Ohio Safety Congress & Expo today and tomorrow in Columbus.

➡️ Booth 906
➡️ March 11–12
➡️ Greater Columbus Convention Center

Stop by and connect with the team: Jason Ratliff, Tim Lazich, Tom Ernst, and Danny Boehmker

See you at OSC26!

03/10/2026

In honor of National Athletic Training Month, we’re highlighting the impact of onsite industrial athletic trainers and how they help organizations move from reactive injury management to proactive workplace safety.

In this new blog, Fit For Work Injury Prevention Specialist, Ariana Emde, shares how early symptom reporting, ergonomic observations, and close safety collaboration play a critical role in reducing injury severity and strengthening safety culture.

Read the full blog here: https://okt.to/9H8bQo

03/06/2026

We’re proud to recognize Injury Prevention, Ergonomics, & Safety Specialist, Brianna Spencer, as the 2025 Fit For Work Founders Award recipient.

This award honors individuals who exemplify our values through exceptional client impact, technical expertise, and a consistent ability to deliver practical, data‑driven solutions. Brianna’s professionalism and commitment to results reflect the standard we strive to deliver each day.

Join us in congratulating Brianna in the comments below!

03/05/2026

We’re heading to the Ohio Safety Congress & Expo (OSC26)—one of the nation’s largest events dedicated to workplace health and safety.

▪️March 11–12
▪️Greater Columbus Convention Center | Columbus, OH
▪️Free to attend

If you’ll be there, stop by Booth 906 to connect with Jason Ratliff and Tim Lazich, along with our partners, Tom Ernst and Danny Boehmker from Oxford at Work.

➡️ https://okt.to/scra63

03/03/2026

Next week we’re heading to in Arlington, TX.

The conversation begins Monday with our pre-conference workshop, a hands-on session built around practical, performance-driven ergonomics strategies.

Then on Wednesday and Thursday, our team will present across multiple sessions and connect with attendees on the exhibitor floor.

If you haven’t registered yet, you can do so here: https://okt.to/bDHTKA

If you’ll be there, let us know — we’d love to connect.

02/26/2026

February is American Heart Month and a great time to think beyond lifestyle—and consider how ergonomics and workplace design affect heart health.

In our latest blog, Madison Heitz, Injury Prevention & Ergonomic Specialist at Fit For Work, explores how job design influences cardiac load and physiological strain. Beyond comfort or injury prevention, task layout, posture, movement efficiency, and recovery time all affect cardiovascular demand throughout the workday.

The takeaway is clear for organizations focused on workforce health: protecting heart health isn’t just a wellness initiative; it’s also a function of thoughtful job and process design.

👉 https://okt.to/1QiIqV

Learn how workplace design and ergonomics influence cardiac load, physical stress, and long‑term cardiovascular health at work.

02/26/2026

We’re continuing the conversation at the Applied Ergonomics Conference 2026 with two in-depth sessions on Thursday, March 12.

🔹Designing for the Human: Inclusive, Economic, and Behavioral Approaches, 90-Minute Master Track Session, 8:00-9:30 AM CT
Rupert Edwards | Stephanie Carroll | Ashley Mayo | Victoria Ballard | Kaysey Aguilar, Moderated by Lauren Noens
This extended session explores how inclusive design, economic considerations, and behavioral science intersect to create solutions that work in real-world environments.

🔹Spanning the Gap: Behavioral Interventions Used to Enhance Long-Term Engineering Solutions, 10:30-10:55 AM CT
Ashley Mayo | Stephanie Carroll
A practical discussion on how behavioral interventions can reinforce and sustain engineering controls for long-term impact.

Learn more: https://okt.to/HOVvjf

02/24/2026

Planning your schedule for the 2026 Applied Ergonomics Conference?

On Wednesday, March 11, our team will be part of three sessions focused on advancing the profession and the real‑world impact of ergonomics:

🔹 Pathways to Professional Certification in Human Factors and Ergonomics: A Panel Discussion
Time: 8:00-8:40 AM CT
James Rethaber joins leaders from BPCE and RIMKUS to discuss certification pathways and professional standards.

🔹 Translating Ergonomics into Business Value: Securing Executive Buy-In for Lasting Program Success
Time: 2:15-2:55 PM CT
Terri Leigh Rhody and Ashley Mayo share strategies for aligning ergonomics initiatives with executive priorities and measurable outcomes.

🔹 The Ever‑Evolving Ergonomist: Preparing for Today's and Tomorrow's Challenges
Time: 4:00-4:40 PM CT
James Rethaber and Mark Benden explore how the ergonomist role is evolving—and how practitioners can stay ahead.

If you’re attending , we hope you’ll join us!
Learn more: https://okt.to/Umk5Mn