Ergonomic Workstation Assessment (Home & Office)
Specialist support at your desk
If you’re dealing with chronic back/neck pain, RSI or posture-related fatigue, a quick DSE check often isn’t enough. Our Ergonomic Workstation Assessment is a thorough, in-person session focused on real work, real posture and immediate, practical changes.
When This Assessment Is the Right Choice
An ergonomic workstation assessment is most appropriate when:
- discomfort persists despite previous completion of a DSE Assessment.
- symptoms affect concentration, attendance or performance
- someone is returning to work after injury or absence
- reasonable adjustments are required
- home or hybrid working setups are poorly controlled
- tasks involve long duration, constrained postures or multiple screens
This service is not a tick-box assessment. It is a detailed workplace ergonomics evaluation (not a medical diagnosis) designed to reduce risk and improve comfort and function.
What an Ergonomic Workstation Assessment Includes
Each assessment is carried out one-to-one by a Chartered Ergonomist and typically includes:
- detailed review of the individual’s role, tasks and symptoms
- observation of posture, movement and work habits
- assessment of chair, desk, screens, input devices and layout
- reach, height, visual and space constraints
- lighting, glare and environmental factors
- practical coaching during the session to improve setup and habits
Adjustments are made during the visit wherever possible.
How your assessment works
- Pre-assessment briefing
A short questionnaire and discussion to understand discomfort, history and priorities. - In-person assessment (home or office)
Detailed observation of how the person actually works, not just how the workstation looks. - Live adjustments and coaching
Immediate changes to setup and posture, plus guidance the individual can maintain. - Personalised report
Clear, prioritised actions with setup guidance and equipment recommendations (only where justified). - Optional follow-up
A short review once changes are embedded to fine-tune and confirm improvement
What’s included
- One-to-one Ergonomic Workstation Assessment led by a CIEHF-registered Chartered Ergonomist
- Immediate, tangible adjustments during the visit
- Written report with photos/diagrams where helpful
- Guidance on chairs, input devices, laptop stands, footrests and headsets (if needed)
- Practical habit cues: break strategy, micro-stretches, task variation, multi-screen use
We provide specialist ergonomics advice (not medical diagnosis). If symptoms suggest a clinical issue, we’ll signpost appropriately.
Who it’s for
- Individuals with persistent discomfort (back, neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist/hand)
- People returning to work after injury or managing long-term conditions
- Home, office and hybrid workers who need a robust workstation setup
- Anyone who’s tried a basic DSE check without relief
What You’ll Receive
- a clear, individual ergonomic workstation assessment report
- prioritised actions with practical setup guidance
- photos or diagrams where helpful
- proportionate equipment recommendations (no unnecessary spend)
- guidance on habits, breaks and task variation
- documentation suitable for HR, H&S and OH records
Home, Office and Hybrid Assessments
We deliver ergonomic workstation assessments for:
- home workers
- office-based staff
- hybrid roles
- senior leaders and specialist roles
- employees with reasonable adjustment needs
Online assessments can be provided where appropriate, but in-person delivery is recommended for complex cases.
Why Morgan Maxwell
- assessments delivered by CIEHF-registered Chartered Ergonomists
- deep experience supporting complex discomfort cases
- practical, proportionate recommendations that people can actually apply
- clear documentation you can stand behind
- trusted by organisations and individuals across multiple sectors
Outcomes you can expect
Reduced pain and fatigue; improved comfort and posture
Fewer flare-ups and less lost time
Confident, cost-effective purchasing (no unnecessary kit)
Better productivity and focus
Ready for Proper Ergonomic Support?
If a basic DSE assessment hasn’t helped, a specialist ergonomic workstation assessment can make a meaningful difference.
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FAQs: Ergonomic Workstation Assessment
It is a detailed, one-to-one assessment of how a person works at their desk, focusing on posture, equipment, layout and habits to reduce discomfort and risk.
A DSE assessment is a baseline compliance check. An ergonomic workstation assessment is more detailed and is designed for persistent discomfort or complex cases.
All assessments are delivered by a Chartered Ergonomist registered with the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF).
Yes. We regularly carry out ergonomic workstation assessments in home offices, as well as traditional office environments.
Only where it is genuinely needed. Many issues are resolved through setup changes, coaching and small adjustments rather than new furniture.
No. We provide specialist ergonomics advice, not medical diagnosis. If clinical input is required, we will signpost appropriately.
Yes. Reports are written clearly and can be shared with HR, H&S or Occupational Health where appropriate.
Optional follow-up reviews can be arranged to confirm improvements or refine recommendations.