Workplace Ergonomic Assessment in Sydney
Office ergonomic assessment, home office ergonomic evaluation, and vehicle workstation assessments across Sydney to reduce posture-related injuries, headaches, and musculoskeletal issues.
Why Workplace Ergonomic Assessments Matter
Poor workstation setup is one of the leading causes of musculoskeletal injuries in office-based and vehicle-dependent roles. A thorough workstation assessment can identify issues such as neck pain, lower back discomfort, headaches, and eyestrain — common complaints that can be traced directly to incorrect chair height, monitor placement, desk configuration, or vehicle cabin setup. These issues lead to increased absenteeism, reduced productivity, and costly workers' compensation claims.
At Wellworx Workplace Solutions, our ergonomic assessments are conducted by an AHPRA-registered physiotherapist who understands the biomechanics behind workplace posture. We assess each worker's individual setup — taking into account their physical dimensions, existing injuries or discomfort, and the specific tasks they perform — then provide practical, actionable recommendations that can be implemented immediately.
Our service covers both traditional office environments and vehicle cabins for workers who spend extended periods driving. Each assessment includes a detailed report with photographic documentation and specific equipment recommendations where required, giving your organisation a clear record for WHS compliance purposes.
What's Included in Our Workstation Assessment
Workstation Setup Analysis
Comprehensive review of desk, chair, monitor, keyboard, and mouse positioning relative to the individual worker's needs.
Chair/Desk/Monitor Positioning
Hands-on adjustments to optimise posture, reduce strain on the neck, shoulders, and lower back, and improve visual comfort.
Vehicle Cabin Ergonomics
Assessment of seat position, steering wheel height, mirror placement, and lumbar support for workers who drive as part of their role.
Equipment Recommendations Report
Written report with findings, photographic documentation, and specific equipment or modification recommendations for each worker.
Home & Remote Office Ergonomic Assessments
With hybrid and remote work now standard across many Sydney workplaces, an employer's work health and safety duty of care extends to staff working from home — yet most home workstations were never designed for full-time use. Laptops on kitchen tables, dining chairs, and makeshift desks are a common source of the neck, shoulder, and lower back complaints that can eventually become workers' compensation claims.
We provide home office ergonomic assessments delivered either on-site at the worker's home or remotely by video, depending on your preference and location. Each assessment covers the same workstation factors as an office review — chair, desk, monitor, keyboard, and working posture — adapted to the realities of a home setup. You receive the same written report and equipment recommendations, giving your organisation documented evidence that you have met your obligations to remote and hybrid workers.
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How It Works
You identify workers who need assessment
This may be workers reporting discomfort, new starters setting up their workstation, or a proactive roll-out across a team or department. Let us know the number of assessments and whether they are office-based, vehicle-based, or a combination of both.
We assess each worker at their workstation
Our AHPRA-registered physiotherapist attends your workplace and assesses each worker at their actual desk, workstation, or vehicle. We evaluate chair height, monitor positioning, keyboard and mouse placement, lighting, and the worker's posture during their normal tasks. Each assessment takes approximately 20-30 minutes per person.
Immediate adjustments and recommendations
We make hands-on adjustments during the assessment wherever possible - repositioning monitors, adjusting chair settings, and optimising desk layout. Where additional equipment is needed, we provide specific product recommendations with clear justification for your procurement team.
Written report with photographic documentation
You receive a detailed report for each worker assessed, including findings, adjustments made, equipment recommendations, and photographic documentation. This report serves as evidence of your organisation's compliance with WHS obligations around workstation setup.
Office Ergonomic Assessments for Sydney Workplaces and Teams
An office ergonomic assessment looks at how each person sits, types and works at their desk, then matches the setup to the individual. Across Sydney workplaces, an AHPRA-registered physiotherapist reviews chair height, desk depth, monitor position, keyboard and mouse placement, lighting and posture during normal tasks. The assessment can be booked on-site at your office or for a single workstation, depending on your needs. The aim is to identify setup issues that may contribute to discomfort and to suggest practical adjustments staff can apply during their working day.
Bookings can cover one employee or a whole team, and visits are available across the Sydney metropolitan area. During the assessment, the physiotherapist observes each person at their actual workstation, makes on-the-spot adjustments where possible, and notes any equipment that may help, such as a footrest, document holder or monitor riser. You receive a written report summarising what was reviewed and the recommended changes for each workstation. For larger offices, assessments can be scheduled in groups to reduce disruption, and follow-up support can be arranged if further changes are needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an ergonomic assessment involve?
An ergonomic assessment involves a physiotherapist evaluating your workstation setup, posture, and work habits at your actual desk or vehicle. We assess chair height, monitor distance and height, keyboard and mouse positioning, lighting conditions, and how your body interacts with your equipment during normal tasks. Adjustments are made on the spot where possible.
How long does an ergonomic assessment take?
Each individual assessment typically takes 20-30 minutes, depending on the complexity of the workstation and whether the worker has existing discomfort that needs to be addressed. For larger roll-outs across a team or office, we can assess multiple workers in a single visit to minimise disruption.
Who needs an ergonomic assessment?
Any worker who spends extended periods at a desk, computer workstation, or in a vehicle may benefit from an ergonomic assessment. They are particularly recommended for workers reporting neck, back, or shoulder discomfort, new starters setting up a workstation for the first time, workers returning from a musculoskeletal injury, and teams moving to new office spaces.
What happens after an ergonomic assessment?
After the assessment, you receive a written report with findings and recommendations for each worker. Many adjustments - such as chair height, monitor position, and desk layout - are implemented during the visit. Where additional equipment is recommended, the report provides specific product details and justification to support your procurement process. Follow-up reviews can be arranged if needed.
How much does an ergonomic assessment cost?
Pricing depends on the number of workers assessed and whether the assessments are office-based, vehicle-based, or at a home office. Group roll-outs across a team are generally more cost-effective per person than individual assessments. We provide a fixed quote upfront once we understand the scope - contact us with your numbers and locations for a tailored, no-obligation quote.
Do you offer ergonomic assessments for staff working from home?
Yes. We provide home office and remote worker ergonomic assessments, delivered either on-site at the worker's home or via video assessment. This helps you meet your work health and safety duty of care for employees in remote or hybrid arrangements, with the same written report you would receive for an office-based assessment.
What does the cost of an office ergonomic assessment depend on?
The cost depends on a few factors: the number of workstations or staff to be assessed, whether the visit covers a single desk or a full team, your office location across Sydney, and whether you need a separate written report for each person or a combined summary. Group bookings for multiple staff are usually arranged differently to a single assessment. We are happy to provide a tailored, no-obligation quote once we understand the size of your team and what you would like the assessment to cover. Contact us with your details to receive a quote.
Can you assess several workstations during one office visit?
Yes. A single on-site visit can cover multiple workstations, and assessments for a team can be scheduled back-to-back to make efficient use of time on the day. The AHPRA-registered physiotherapist reviews each person at their own desk, so recommendations reflect the individual rather than a generic template. For larger offices, visits can be split across sessions or floors to suit your roster and reduce disruption. Each workstation can be documented in a report, so your workplace has a record of the setup reviewed and the changes suggested.
Key Benefits
- Reduce posture-related injuries
- Decrease headache/eyestrain complaints
- Lower musculoskeletal injury claims
- Improve comfort and productivity
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Content reviewed by Jovi Villanueva, AHPRA Registered Physiotherapist, SIRA Approved Provider, Principal Physiotherapist at Wellworx Workplace Solutions.
Last updated: June 2026
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