Occupational health services MELBOURNE CBD
ERGONOMIC ASSEsSMENTS IN MELBOURNE
Professional Ergonomic Assessment and Workstation Evaluation
At Principle Four Osteopathy, we help individuals and organisations in the Melbourne CBD improve comfort, reduce pain, and enhance productivity through tailored ergonomic assessments and evidence-based workplace strategies.
Whether you’re experiencing neck pain, back discomfort, repetitive strain, or want to optimise your office or vehicle setup, our ergonomic assessments are designed to identify risk factors and deliver practical, achievable solutions.
Read more about what to expect in your first consultation.
Why Ergonomic Assessment Matters
Poor workstation setup and sub-optimal movement patterns are major contributors to:
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Neck, shoulder, and lower back pain
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Headaches and tension symptoms
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Repetitive strain injuries (RSI)
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Fatigue and decreased productivity
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Workplace injury claims and work loss time
A professional ergonomic assessment doesn’t just fix symptoms — it identifies underlying risk factors and provides corrective strategies that support long-term comfort and injury prevention.
What We Assess
Our ergonomic assessment evaluates:
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Workstation setup (desk, chair, keyboard, screen height)
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Movement patterns and posture
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Task analysis and manual handling risks
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Office ergonomics, home work setups (remote workers)
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Vehicle ergonomics where relevant to job tasks
By combining clinical experience with ergonomic principles, we deliver recommendations that are both practical and supported by evidence.
Who Should Book an Ergonomic Assessment
This service benefits:
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Office workers and desk-based professionals
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Remote/hybrid workers
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Tradespeople and drivers
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Employers seeking to reduce worker discomfort
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Individuals with pain related to posture or repetitive tasks
Assessments can help both individuals and workplaces proactively address ergonomic risks.
Your Assessment – What to Expect
A typical ergonomic assessment includes:
- Detailed history of symptoms, work tasks, and goals
- On-site or virtual workstation evaluation
- Posture and movement pattern analysis
- Practical recommendations for equipment, setup, and task modification
- Short and long-term strategies to prevent recurrence
- A personalised report with actionable steps
We blend clinical insights from osteopathy with evidence-based ergonomic frameworks to improve outcomes — not just quick fixes.
Why Choose Principle Four Osteopathy in Melbourne CBD
Local Expertise: Conveniently located on Collins Street close to public transport and major CBD workplaces.
Clinically Grounded: Our assessments are informed by osteopathy, movement science, and workplace health.
Actionable Solutions: You’ll leave with clear, practical recommendations you can implement immediately.
Flexible Delivery: We provide face-to-face, remote/virtual assessments, or hybrid solutions to suit your needs.
Book Your Ergonomic Assessment – Melbourne CBD
Don’t let discomfort or poor setup limit your performance or wellbeing.
👉 Book online now or contact our team to schedule your assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an in-person assessment?
No. Virtual ergonomic assessments are effective for home offices and flexible work setups.
Will this help with pain?
Yes — our assessments identify underlying risk factors and suggest corrections that reduce pain related to poor setup or movement patterns.
Is this suitable for workplaces?
Absolutely. We work with individuals and organisations to support injury prevention, productivity, and worker wellbeing.
Can this help with work injury claims?
Yes — ergonomic assessments and documentation can support workplace injury management and risk mitigation strategies.
FACE TO FACE WORKSTATION ASSESSMENTS
For face-to-face office or home office ergonomic assessments, please contact us at info@principle4.com
Group / Team Roaming Desk checks
Ideal for those wishing to review their set up and are not dealing with any aches and pains- 10 minute desk checks per worker (5-6 workers assessed per hour)
- Review workers chair, desk and ergonomic equipment
- Education on best practice set up provided
- Company summary report (name, changes made, recommendations provided)
- Minimum booking 2 hours. Additional hours will be billed.
- Travel may be added depending on location
Group / Team Individual Ergonomic Assessments
Suitable for those individuals with one or more musculoskeletal complaints.- 15 minute ergonomic risk assessment for each worker
- Review workers current workstation set up and make changes on the day to improve the set up
- Includes 1 page ergonomic risk assessment per worker that outlines assessment findings, changes made and recommendations
- Not suited to workers with musculoskeletal complaints
- Minimum booking time 2 hours. Additional hours will be billed
- Travel may be added depending on location
Standard One on One Workstation Assessment
For the individual who may or may not be experiencing pain and discomfort.- 30-45 minute assessment and reporting
- Standard assessment report provided reporting on tasks completed, worker concerns, current issues and hazards, observations, advice given to worker, changes made to workstation, any ergonomic accessories needed with links to suitable equipment
- Travel may be added depending on location
Specialised One on One Workstation Assessment
For the worker requiring a longer assessment i.e. injured worker, multi site musculoskeletal complaint- 60-75 minute ergonomic risk assessment
- Detailed report documenting worker concerns and history, work tasks completed, current issues and hazards, observations, advice given to worker, changes made to workstation, any ergonomic accessories needed with links to suitable equipment, details of current injuries and complaints and aggravating factors, specific advice given by practitioner and any necessary referrals
- Travel may be added depending on location
Standard Home Office Workstation Assessment
Worker has no symptoms or a single musculoskeletal complaint and/or has concerns with their workstation setup (or has requested additional equipment).- 1:1 consultation with the worker at their home (30-45 minute consultation)
- Assessment of the workers current home office work area and home environment.
- Report provided including details of ergonomic workstation assessment and occupational health and safety risk assessment plus identified hazards.
Detailed Home Office Workstation Assessment
This assessment allows our consultant to visit the INJURED worker’s home/remote work environment to carry out a one-on-one consultation to identify ergonomic and home health and safety (manual handling, fire, emergency procedure, trip hazards etc) risk factors and provide recommendations on appropriate management to reduce current symptoms.- This ergonomic assessment is designed for the worker requiring a longer assessment, as below:
- Suitable for an assessment of one worker at one or more workstations
- Injured/compensable worker, or
- Multi region/long term musculoskeletal complaint/s
- Longer consultation and assessment (60-mins) per worker, plus reporting time
- Standard computer based workstation or non-standard workstations included, eg standing height bench
- Ergonomic assessment includes: Detailed report documenting worker concerns and history, work tasks completed, current issues and hazards, observations, advice given to worker, changes made to workstation, any ergonomic accessories needed with links to suitable equipment, details of current injuries and complaints and aggravating factors, specific advice given by practitioner and any necessary referrals.
ONLINE REMOTE WORKSTATION ASSESSMENTS
Standard Workstation Telehealth Consult
Ideal for those wishing to review their set up and are not dealing with any aches and pains- The standard home / office workstation risk assessment is for individuals who are not experiencing any aches and pains and would like to review their current set up and learn how they can optimise it.
- Book a time/date with anyone of our osteopathic practitioner
- Complete your self assessment form. This will be sent via a link in your appointment book/confirmation email
- Your consultation will be completed via video link via our practice management software. This will be sent to you in your confirmation and email reminder.
- Attend your virtual office workstation risk assessment. This assessment will take 20 minutes.
- Following the consult, we will send you a summary report.
Detailed Workstation Telehealth Consult
Suitable for those individuals with one or more musculoskeletal complaints.- The detailed home / office workstation risk assessment is for the following individuals experiencing complex musculoskeletal complaints and/or multiple musculoskeletal complaints
- Book a detailed remote home office risk assessment online
- Completing the self assessment form that will be emailed in your confirmation email. Please also email photos of your workstation to your practitioner.
- Attend your 30-40 minute teleconference remote home office risk assessment with an osteopath. This teleconference may include the following: Case history of your complaint, Job task analysis, Review and discussion of your current home office set up, Discussion of current concerns and issues relating to your home office, Education on current physical set up and working behaviours and advice and prescription of appropriate movement strategies i.e. may include stretching, mobility and simple strengthening exercises
- Following the consult, we will provide of a report that includes all key discussion points, risk assessment findings, advice and recommendations (including any additional equipment that may be of benefit)
Standard Vehicle Ergonomic Assessment
- Workers who are required to drive for their employer.
- Companies who are looking to raise the awareness and education for drivers to improve their seated work posture and educate them on how to set the vehicle up to suit their specific needs.
- The vehicle postural assessment report includes:
- Consultation with the worker regarding any specific issues they have with the vehicle.
- Assessment of the workers current vehicle set up – sitting posture, entering and exiting the vehicle, working within the vehicle, unloading and loading of the vehicle.
- Education and advice on how to adjust the vehicle to improve seated driving posture.
- Reporting on assessment findings, advice and education given.
Detailed Vehicle Ergonomic Assessment
- Workers who are required to drive for their employer.
- Workers with specific musculoskeletal complaints that are impacted by driving the vehicle, working within the vehicle or loading/unloading the vehicle.
- Companies who are looking to raise the awareness and education for drivers to improve their seated work posture and educate them on how to set the vehicle up to suit their specific needs.
- The detailed vehicle postural assessment report includes:
- Consultation with the worker regarding any specific issues they have with the vehicle.
- Assessment of the workers current vehicle set up – sitting posture, entering and exiting the vehicle, working within the vehicle, unloading and loading of the vehicle.
- Education and advice on how to adjust the vehicle to improve seated driving posture.
- Reporting on assessment findings, advice and education given.
SERVICES CURRENTLY OFFERED INCLUDE:
- Office desk sweeps (10-15-minute individual ergonomic workstation) checks
- Standard office ergonomic workstation assessment for workers experiencing musculoskeletal aches and pains (30-minute consultation). Includes 2-3-page report on findings and recommendations.
- Detailed office ergonomic workstation assessment for workers with multiple musculoskeletal complaints or WorkCover injury (45-60-minute consultation). Includes 3-4-page report on findings and recommendations.
- Standard home office/remote workstation assessment for workers experiencing musculoskeletal aches and pains (30-minute consultation). Includes 2-3-page report on findings and recommendations.
- Detailed home office/remote ergonomic workstation assessment for workers with multiple musculoskeletal complaints or WorkCover injury (45-60-minute consultation). Includes 3-4-page report on findings and recommendations.
- Telehealth ergonomic assessment for either the office or homework environment (30-60-minute consultation). Includes 2-3-page report on findings and recommendations
- Standard vehicle ergonomic assessment (30-minute consultation) for workers seeking guidance on best practice set up relating to entering and exiting the vehicle, seat set up, storage and manual handling. Includes a 2 – 3-page report on findings and recommendations
- Detailed vehicle ergonomic assessment (45-60-minute consultation) for workers experiencing musculoskeletal complaints and/or seeking guidance on best practice set up relating to entering and exiting the vehicle, seat set up, storage and manual handling. Includes a 3-4-page report on findings and recommendations
- Offsite (company) or webinar ergonomic workstation, vehicle ergonomics or health and wellbeing seminar or webinars (40-60 minutes)
- Manual handling risk assessment and training for groups of 5-20 workers
Please contact info@principle4.com to find out more information about each of these services.
FREE EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
Office Workstation Educational Videos
Stretching & Mobility Educational Videos
Office / Home Office / Manual Handling / Vehicle Educational Posters
Stretching & TheraBand Educational Posters
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