Celebrate National Ergonomics Awareness Month: Ideas to Try This October

Every October, National Ergonomics Awareness Month gives organizations and employees the chance to shine a spotlight on comfort, health, and productivity in the workplace. It’s a perfect opportunity to pause, evaluate current habits, and implement strategies that reduce risk, boost energy, and help everyone feel and perform their best, whether working at home, in the office, or on the go.

Here are a few engaging and practical ways to celebrate this month with your team:

1. Host an Ergonomics Day

Bring the experts onsite! Hosting an Ergonomics Day is an excellent way to engage employees. Include workstation evaluations, quick stretch sessions, equipment demos, and an “Ask the Ergonomist” booth where employees can get personalized tips. Learn more about our on-site services here

2. Offer Virtual Ergonomic Evaluations

For hybrid or remote teams, virtual evaluations ensure that everyone can benefit. In just 30 minutes, employees can get tailored recommendations for better posture, workspace adjustments, and strategies to reduce discomfort. It’s a quick investment in employee well-being that pays off with healthier, more energized teams.

3. Share Resources and Giveaways

Education doesn’t have to feel like homework. Share blogs, podcasts, and free resources that your employees can access at their own pace. This month, try sharing these PBE favorites:

• Ergo Anywhere: Staying Comfortable on the Road

• Strategies to Combat Work Stress

• Do More in Four! Podcast

• Free Resources Library with tip sheets, stretch guides, and more

Consider raffling off ergonomic accessories like footrests, lumbar pillows, or laptop stands to make it even more fun.

4. Introduce Wellness Webinars

This month is also a great time to launch a wellness webinar series. Topics can range from back health and posture to meditation, breathing, or yoga breaks. With sessions that fit into a 30-minute team meeting, webinars provide a cost-effective way to engage large groups while reinforcing the importance of ergonomics and overall wellness. Explore our new Wellness Series

5. Start a “Healthy Work Habits” Challenge

Encourage employees to track small daily actions ike standing for five minutes every hour, trying a new stretch, or practicing the 20-20-20 rule for eye health. Recognize participants weekly and share success stories. These small changes build long-term habits that prevent discomfort and improve energy.

6. Collect Employee Feedback

Use this month as a chance to ask employees what their “dream ergonomics program” would look like to gather insights that can shape your ergonomics strategy.

The Bottom Line

National Ergonomics Awareness Month is more than a calendar observance; it’s an opportunity to strengthen your workplace. By blending education, fun activities, and practical solutions, you can spark awareness and inspire lasting improvements that benefit both employees and the organization.

Ready to plan your October? Reach out to us at PBE to create a custom ergonomics and wellness experience for your team this month and beyond.