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ERGOS Work Simulator
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Simwork Systems developed the
ERGOS Work Simulator by listening
to industry, by understanding its needs and frustrations.
The ever-changing health care
and workers' compensation market and the introduction of ADA have made it
difficult, at best, for employers to do what is right and necessary. Simwork
System's experience in these areas, and the far-reaching vision of the ERGOS
Work Simulator can help provide
a level playing field
for employers and workers,
creating a true partnership for return-to-work programs.
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the links below to see how you can use our equipment in your business.
Cost Analysis | Business Models | Employment Screening
ERGOS® has five work stations.
Panel 1 | Panel 2 | Panel 3 | Panel 4 | Panel 5
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Overview
The ERGOS Work Simulator - Overview
Three Methods of Operation
Pre-Employment
Screening
Post-Offer Screening
Reliability & Standardization
A Truly Integrated
Vocational/Medical Model of Evaluation
Incorporates
National and International Standards and Guidelines
ERGOS®
Features And Specifications
The ERGOS Work Simulator - Overview
The
ERGOS Work Simulator uses computerized
testing components to measure physical capacity and functional capacity (Functional
Capacity Evaluation) as
they relate to work performance. Five on-line computers linked to a remote master
station computer control the ERGOS® system.
The entire system is made up of five
separate units:
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Each one measures the following
areas of work performance:
Three Methods of Operation
Reliability
& Standardization
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ERGOS® uses a color
monitor and digital voice communication at each unit to provide standardized
instructions graphically, orally and in written form.
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The ERGOS® also provides
immediate visual performance feedback.
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Bar code scanning technology allows
an evaluator to record standardized observations easily.
This reduces the necessity for hand-written notes.
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The master station computer assembles
and stores all data from each of the five units.
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A report generator built into
ERGOS® features a combination of narrative and graphic presentations
of evaluee performance. The reports give readers a clear understanding of the
performance of each worker relative to recommendations for treatment or placement.
A Truly Integrated Vocational/Medical Model
of Evaluation
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Vocational models for service
delivery use work sampling, job tryout and psychometric testing to measure a
worker's ability to obtain and retain a specific job.
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Medical models concentrates on
the worker's health by using the science of physiology, biomechanics and therapy.
ERGOS®
integrates these two models and adds the measurement
sciences of ergonomics and engineering. This unique combination provides the
following features:
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A standardized and accurate method
of evaluation and work therapy
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Equipment that measures all the
relevant physical elements used by the Department of Labor to establish its
work definitions used in the Dictionary of Occupational
Titles
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A technique for integrating the
medical and vocational teams through evaluative, prescriptive and restorative
activities
Incorporates
National and International Standards and Guidelines
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ERGOS®
features a complete listing of all jobs in the Department of Labor's
Dictionary of Occupational Titles
(DOL). This feature allows an evaluator to compare a worker's performance
to a national job standard.
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ERGOS®
also uses Methods-Time Measurement (MTM) standards to help evaluators compare
a worker's performance to an internationally accepted, court-tested
work measurement system.
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National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH),
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American Physiological Association (APA)
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Vocational Evaluation Work Adjustment Association (VEWAA).
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ERGOS® Features And Specifications
Features
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Responds to employer's needs
-- relates performance to job-specific activities
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Responds to physician's prescription
-- involves physician in work recovery process
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Incorporates national and international
standards, including MTM, DOT and NIOSH
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Calculates
coefficient of variation automatically
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Tests up to five workers at
one time
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Presents instructions in written,
verbal and pictorial formats
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Scores electronically -- generates
scores, charts and reports
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Generates a comprehensive biomechanical
profile of workers
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Ensures culture-fairness --
eliminates sex, race and disability bias
Reporting
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Summary Evaluation Report (evaluation
summary, recommendations, areas of discomfort)
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Performance vs. Job Requirements
Report
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Supporting Data Report (current
performance with scans from the evaluation, summary of clinical finding)
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Physician Feedback Report (overview
of current performance related to DOL work demands, return to work status
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Unit Graphs Reports (combination
of narrative and graphic information reflecting a worker's performance on
activities)
Room and
Power Requirements
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Unencumbered space of 18 feet
x 19 feet for 5-sided ERGOS®
configuration.
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Minimum ceiling height of 8 feet.
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Good lighting, ventilation and climate control.
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Preferably not carpeted.
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110V/220V, 20 amp (or greater) circuit, with 20 amp receptacle.
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POTS Telephone line for the
computer modem.
Training
and Warranties
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Initial certification training
provided free of charge.
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Additional certification training scheduled quarterly for
new staff at a reasonable fee.
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On-site training may be purchased as needed
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First year warranty included in purchase price.
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Warranties include all labor, parts and materials necessary
to repair ERGOS®
Note 1: Countries with other electrical
standards can call Simwork System, Inc. for the appropriate specifications
* Above text and graphics Copyright
© 1995 Simwork System, Inc., © 1999 Work Recovery Europa bv. Used with permission.
Edited and adapted to the web by Simwork Systems of Tucson, Inc.
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