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In absence from work, absence management, Disability Management Posted January 22, 2015

EMPLOYERS; You do NOT need to accept Physicians notes when they comment about Accommodation, Ergonomics, Equipment, Hours of work; OPC Advice

The Quote extracted from an Abitrated Case by Arbitrator Surdykowski in Hamilton Health Sciences Supra Note 18 at Paragraph 40 2011, is outlined in this Blog as it is very important and timely [...]

In Ergonomics, Sit to stand Workstations Posted January 21, 2015

Time for Human Resources, Facility Managers and Purchasing to Meet with Sr Level OPC Consultants before Human Rights Complaints start!!

Following is recent correspondence which OPC Inc. has had with our clients as there are increasing “demands” from employees and their Physicians (by way of Doctors Notes) regarding [...]

In accessibility, Accessibility in Ontario, Accessible, accessible design Posted January 20, 2015

AODA 2014-2015 upcoming deadlines…and things to work on in 2015 for 2016 | First Reference Talks

AODA 2014-2015 upcoming deadlines…and things to work on in 2015 for 2016 | First Reference Talks. In case the message is not getting out about the AODA by Optimal Performance’s AODA team, [...]

In Accessibility in Ontario, accessible design, accommodation, AODA Act Posted December 18, 2014

DIY accessibility – NOW Magazine review – OPC Inc experts respond

DIY accessibility – NOW Magazine. The Ramp Project is a positive step in the right direction in that it raises awareness about People with Disabilities (PwD). The issue Optimal Performance [...]

In Anthropometrics & Design Posted December 3, 2014

Anthropometrics Notes

Anthropometrics Notes. Why is the science of ergonomics necessary for proper design? Because Interior Designers, Engineers and Architects are not expert in the human factor and anthropometrics. [...]

In Accessible, disability Posted December 2, 2014

December 3: International Day of Persons with Disabilities

December 3: International Day of Persons with Disabilities Global Alliance on Accessible Technologies and Environments. To all of my friends, family, patients of mine, clients all of whom have [...]

In Ergonomics, OPC Inc, Steelcase, Steelcase and wellbeing, Wellbeing Posted November 18, 2014

Join Kathy Smythe of Steelcase Canada and Jane Sleeth of Optimal Performance this December for a Seminar

Announcing an exciting seminar at the impressive Steelcase Canada Facility in Downtown Toronto this December. Join Kathy Smythe of Steelcase Canada and Jane Sleeth of Optimal Performance this [...]

In accessibility, Accessibility in Ontario, Accessible, accessible design Posted November 16, 2014

FORM FOLLOWS FUNCTION – only with <1" of Interior Designers and Architects finds OPC Inc

How to label accessible button for elevator – Google Search. How to label accessible button for elevator – FORM FOLLOWS FUNCTION. OPC Inc has found in our practice that <1% of [...]

In accessibility, Accessibility in Ontario, Accessible, accessible design Posted November 16, 2014

FORM FOLLOWS FUNCTION – only with <1" of Interior Designers and Architects finds OPC Inc

How to label accessible button for elevator – Google Search. How to label accessible button for elevator – FORM FOLLOWS FUNCTION. OPC Inc has found in our practice that <1% of [...]

In Back Pain, best treatment for back pain, best treatment for neck pain, Physiotherapy, poor return to work outcomes Posted November 10, 2014

Outrage Turns to Fear Over Spinal Fusion » Evidence in Motion

ScientificEvidence; The Drunkard WalkOutrage Turns to Fear Over Spinal Fusion » Evidence in Motion. This article presents excellent evidence about the overuse of surgery and even the overuse of [...]