Healthcare Ergonomics

The group has conducted ergonomic research and assessment on behalf of the healthcare professions over several years. Our reports and recommendations have come to comprise a number of NHS standards and guidelines for medical equipment and its use, working environments and operational procedures.

Follow the links below for more information:

Ergonomics in Cytology

Cytology screening - an overview

The importance of ergonomics in cytology

Ergonomic standards for cytoscreening equipment, working environment and working hours

Ergonomic issues of Liquid Based Cytology (LBC) screening

Ergonomics in Mammography

The ergonomics of mammography equipment and digital capture

The ergonomics of digital mammographic screening

Please direct any enquiries to the AVRC using our direct contact details.