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Costing information from the Public Consultation Documents re Proposed ABES (Accessible Built Environment Standards) with the Ontario Build Code “A number of recommendations were analyzed in order to understand their potential impact on construction costs in Ontario. Recommendations included in cost analysis were those that added to the building area, or increased the size, types […]

Great topic and all about ergonomic benefits here too. Optimal Performance Consultants Inc.

http://youtu.be/ibCkN0S_3Ns Rachel Singer of Rogers Connected interviews JESleeth of Optimal Performance about the Ergonomics of Tablet and Smart Phone Use. There is a growing trend for specific types of MSI injuries occurring with these devices. Have a listen and learn how to prevent these injuries.

See on Scoop.it – Inclusive An Ottawa woman with muscular dystrophy is suing WestJet after her wheelchair arrived at her destination broken and unusable. Jane Sleeth‘s insight: Too bad this has lead to a law suit versus a request on the part of this woman with WestJet. WestJet is an employee owned company who has […]

See on Scoop.it – Human Factors Design Accessible Cruising Is a Huge Growth Market Travel Market Report An amputee herself, and a lecturer on the subject of accessible travel, Kerper said the cruise industry has made great strides when it comes to accessibility. Jane Sleeth‘s insight: Great to see this – my informal audit of […]

See on Scoop.it – Human Factors Design Jane Sleeth‘s insight: Wondering what the ROI of an excellent ergonomic process is on your company? This Infographic provides clear evidence that ERGONOMICS is about OPERATIONAL and capital cost savings. Have a look and see what Optimal Performance and our team of consultants in Canada and the US […]

See on Scoop.it – Inclusive Making paddling accessible to all in Northumberland Northumberland News Four years ago the Cobourg Dragon Boat Club expanded its paddling programs and became the Cobourg Dragon Boat and Canoe Club. Jane Sleeth‘s insight: Great to read about this!  I have a place near Cobourg so I will have to make […]

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Jane Sleeth & the team at Optimal Performance respond in Linked In regarding “does the Ministry of Labour for Ontario have Ergonomic Standards in place? Quick Answer – for over 23 years they have. …. great to read more about this question about Ergonomic Standards in Linked In. I must say the ergonomic team at […]

The Ontario Government is serious about the #AODA. “Action Required – File Your Overdue Accessibility Compliance Report. If you received this you have 30 days to comply. Contact the AODA experts at AODA@OptimalPerformance to ensure you meet this deadline & complete our easy to use AODA E Learning Tool.

A reminder from the OPC Inc Ergonomic team in the US and Canada;  stand consistently thru your work day if you have a sedentary job. Think about tasks that can be completed in standing such as reading files, brief meetings with colleagues, using the phone. When you take your lunch break this needs to occur […]

The Built Environment & Accessibility The Accessibility Standards for the Built Environment in Ontario focus on removing barriers in two areas: public spaces; buildings. Enhancements to accessibility in buildings will happen in January 2014 through Ontario’s Building Code, which governs new construction and renovations in buildings. Specifically this is the ABES or Accessible Built Environment […]

HI FAMOS Members for Toronto; An update for the FAMOS Newsletter from Optimal Performance Consultants Inc.; The Ontario Build Code is set for release January 2014. The ABES or Accessible Built Environment Standard was to be released at the same time as the OBC. At this point in time our insider information wtih the Ministry […]

See on Scoop.it – Inclusive More than two decades after the ADA took effect, many Amtrak stations across the country are not fully accessible to those with disabilities, a new report finds. Jane Sleeth‘s insight: The US’s ADA requires customers and in this case passengers to adopt a litigious approach to accessibility. This is a […]