Remote and hybrid work aren’t new, but the discomfort, injuries, and productivity loss many employees experience still are. Most home setups weren’t designed for long-term professional use and businesses are feeling the impact.
Common Mistakes Home Workers Make
- Working from sofas, beds, or kitchen tables
These lead to long-term back, wrist, and neck issues.
- Using laptops without stands or external keyboards
This forces the neck downward and creates shoulder tension.
- Poor lighting causing eye strain
A major drain on concentration and accuracy.
- Chairs with zero support
The biggest cause of lower-back pain in remote assessments.
- Cables and power leads trailing everywhere
A hidden safety risk many organisations overlook.
Download the workplace Ergonomics Overview sheet to see how we can help you.
The Business Impact
Poor remote ergonomics don’t just affect comfort - they affect
output.
Businesses experience:
- increased sickness
- higher error rates
- reduced productivity
- disengaged employees
- more HR and IT complaints
Download your Ergonomic Checklist to see what you need to do.
How Companies Can Fix It
✔ Provide a standardised ergonomic equipment package
✔ Offer digital ergonomic assessments
✔ Give clear workstation guidance for new starters
✔ Add IT-led “healthy workspace setup” checks
✔ Refresh setups annually as roles change
The Hybrid Future Depends on Good Ergonomics
Remote work only works well when people can work comfortably and safely. By taking proactive steps, organisations reduce risks, boost productivity, and protect their teams