Vision@WORK+play

While world leaders debated strategies for tackling climate change at the COP26 conference in Glasgow, Scotland in November 2021, I pondered “what role can ergonomics play in this issue?”

As chance...

Are you surprised to learn that people access their touchscreen mobile devices (such as smartphones, tablets) on average 52 times per day?

Or that some people use their mobile devices for up to 7.5...

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a tremendous impact worldwide. Deaths, severe illness and lockdowns have all made headlines.

Another casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic has been the provision of...

How do you know when it is time to change the light bulbs in your house?

You would think that the time would be obvious, especially for someone like me who gives advice about vision and lighting.

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Do you experience motion sickness when traveling in cars, boats or planes?
If so, then you are not alone.
Approximately 60% of the population experience motion sickness, and women are twice as...

How many virtual conferences have you attended since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic?

I‘ve attended 20 webinars, 7 conferences and 1 course since June 2021. This is much, much more professional...

Digital displays have become indispensable in modern life. We use our devices for a wide range of activities, including work, social, shopping and recreation.

Some people experience eyestrain and...

Do you use your smartphone or tablet device while in bed?

It’s OK to admit it. Many people do.

A United States study published in 2015 found that 50% of workers frequently use their smartphone while...

Twelve months ago you might not have thought much about hand sanitiser. The advent of COVID-19 has changed that, and now dispensers of hand sanitiser are everywhere – in shops, at restaurants, and on...

Working from home and remote work has been thrust upon us this year by COVID-19. It’s been a steep learning curve for many organisations unaccustomed to this mode of work. For those who have already...