How to Request an Ergonomic Evaluation:

1. Faculty: Email your Department Chair and provide the following information:
   Classified Staff: Email your Supervisor and provide the following information:
   Department Chairs/ Supervisors: Submit a ticket via the Palomar College Help Center and provide the following information:
   • Full Name
   • Worksite Location
   • Phone Number
   • Simple Description of your ergonomic request
2. After the request has been received, the EH&S/RM Department will contact the requesting employee to schedule an Ergonomic Assessment and gather more information.
3. After the Ergonomic Assessment has been completed, the EH&S/RM Department will make a recommendation and an estimated timeline for installation of equipment/furniture.

What is Ergonomics?

Ergonomics involves the arrangement of the workplace environment to fit the person’s work. When ergonomics is applied correctly, stress and many potential injuries/disorders associated with the overuse of muscles, bad posture and repeated tasks can be reduced. Palomar College maintains a comprehensive Ergonomic Program that complies with all local, state and federal regulations.

More Information:

Ergonomic Training Preparedness

Easy Ergonomics for Desktop Users

Set Up Your Workstation