From Prevention to Performance: A Smarter Approach to Ergonomics
A Special Three-Part Webinar Series
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are among the most common and costly workplace injuries, posing significant challenges to both employee well-being and organizational efficiency—and this is exactly where the value of ergonomics comes in. When done right, ergonomics improves productivity, employee engagement, and even financial performance.
Join VelocityEHS and Fit For Work for From Prevention to Performance: A Smarter Approach to Ergonomics, a special three-part webinar series designed to help you transform your ergonomics program into a strategic driver of business success. From foundational insights to cutting-edge AI tools and executive-level engagement, this series gives you the knowledge and resources to elevate your approach.
Wednesday, 18 June at 12:00 pm EDT
Prevent. Protect. Perform: What You Should Know About MSDs and Ergonomics
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are among the most prevalent and costly workplace injuries—affecting workers across industries and impacting both health and productivity. Yet, many organizations still misunderstand what ergonomics truly is and how it can be leveraged to combat these injuries.
This webinar will demystify ergonomics and its powerful role in preventing MSDs. You’ll gain a clear understanding of what MSDs are, uncover their root causes, and learn how ergonomics—when applied strategically—can reduce risk, enhance worker well-being, and improve overall performance.
We’ll explore real-world examples, practical solutions, and the latest in ergonomics technologies that can help you create safer, more efficient workplaces. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to strengthen your MSD prevention strategy, this session will equip you with actionable insights to make a meaningful impact.
Learning Objectives:
Be able to define ergonomics and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and distinguish between common misconceptions with evidence-based understanding.
Identify the root causes of MSDs and explain how ergonomic risk factors contribute to injury and performance issues.
Apply ergonomics principles and explore practical solutions, including technology-enabled approaches, to reduce MSD risk and boost workplace productivity.
Speakers
Kyra Collins, ATC, LAT, Senior Area Manager, Fit For Work
Jenni Berean, ATC, Injury Prevention Specialist, Fit For Work
Jaclyn Faraci, CPE, CSP, Senior Solution Consultant, VelocityEHS
Wednesday, 16 July at 12:00 pm EDT
Ergonomics Evolved: AI, Insights, and the Future of Workforce Performance
Ergonomics is no longer about just reducing injuries—it’s a strategic driver of business performance. From improving productivity and quality to employee engagement and financial outcomes, the positive impacts of ergonomics run deep.
Join VelocityEHS and Fit For Work for this webinar which explores how AI-powered motion-capture technology is transforming the way organizations assess and manage ergonomic musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) risk.
By analyzing simple smartphone video, AI enables faster, more precise evaluations—empowering teams to go beyond traditional risk assessments and build proactive, data-driven ergonomics management systems.
Hear from industry experts as they share real-world case studies and best practices that highlight how AI can elevate both employee well-being and organizational success.
Learning Objectives:
Understand how to leverage AI and machine-learning technologies to streamline ergonomic risk assessments with greater speed and accuracy.
Discover how to translate assessment data into high-impact actions that improve workplace outcomes.
Adopt best practices for developing a proactive ergonomics management system that boosts retention, well-being, and operational effectiveness.
Speakers
Michael Hoonhorst, CPE, Senior Manager of Solutions Consultants, VelocityEHS
Ashley Mayo, PT, DPT, AEP, Ergonomic and Injury Prevention Specialist, Fit For Work
Wednesday, 6 August at 12:00 pm EDT
From Risk to ROI:Showing the Value of Ergonomics to Leadership
Even the most effective ergonomics programs will stall without executive buy-in. To gain lasting support, safety and ergonomics professionals must connect their initiatives to what matters most to leadership—productivity, cost savings, compliance, and risk mitigation.
Join VelocityEHS and Fit For Work for this webinar offering practical strategies to translate ergonomics outcomes into business value. Learn how to frame the conversation around ROI, align with organizational goals, and speak the language of the C-suite.
Real-world examples and communication techniques will help you craft a compelling case that secures leadership support and propels your ergonomics program forward.
Learning Objectives:
How to align ergonomics initiatives with core business priorities such as productivity, cost reduction, and compliance.
Translate ergonomics risk reduction into measurable outcomes that resonate with executive leadership.
Develop persuasive messaging and tactics to secure and sustain C-suite support for ergonomics programs.
Speakers
Josiah Allen, CPE, CSP, Senior Solutions Consultant, VelocityEHS
