Ergonomics Case Study Competition 2026 Poster

Showcase real solutions. Inspire safer workplaces.

The Ontario Ergonomics System Committee (ESC) is launching a collaborative case study competition through the MSD Prevention Guideline for Ontario to highlight practical, worker-centered ergonomic improvements in workplaces across the province.

WHO CAN ENTER?

Three entry levels, judged separately 

• Workplace: Employer, Supervisor, Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) Member, Worker Health and Safety Representative (HSR), Union Representative 
• Professional: Ergonomist, Health and Safety (H&S) Specialist, Engineer, Designer

• Student: Undergraduate, Post-Graduate, Graduate

   

CATEGORIES

• Hazard control solutions 
• Program based solutions
  • Application of the MSD Prevention Guideline
• Small business (<50 employees) 

  • Application of the Quick Start Guideline

     

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Case studies that demonstrate: 

• MSD risk reduction 
• Worker & JHSC involvement (how did workers help drive change?) 
• Controls implemented (what solutions were introduced?) 
• Impact on health & safety (improved comfort, reduced pain, better processes, etc.) 
• Business impact (beyond MSD risk reduction) 

• Continuous improvement (how are you monitoring success over time?)

   

WHY PARTICIPATE?

• Awards and prizes for winners in each category and entry level 
• Celebrate success at the 2026 CRE-MSD conference 
• Share solutions that protect workers from MSD 

• ...and more!

   

For more information and to enter, visit the 2026 Ergonomics Case Study Competition page.