See the difference great ergonomics management makes

Discover why Healthy Working is the world’s most widely used ergonomics program. With over 5 million users, this video shows how Healthy Working reduces ergonomics risk through a simple three-step process.

Already got a solution in place? Let’s see how it compares. Free trial Healthy Working with 5% of your workforce today and see the difference great ergonomics management makes to your business. Find out more.

Cardinus updates

Labour shortages in UK construction could mean you’re underinsured

Like materials pricing, labour shortages can significantly impact the cost of construction projects. This puts countless UK properties at risk of underinsurance, often without the knowledge of owners, managers and key stakeholders. In this article, we explain the link between labour shortages, construction costs and your coverage. We also detail how you can safeguard your business against underinsurance. Read more.

Healthy Working: Safe Driving – Protecting drivers, reducing risk

Our new video explains how Healthy Working: Safe Driving provides an end-to-end fleet risk management solution for fleets of any size.

Learn how the software can help you to minimise risks for drivers, reduce collisions, cut costs and enhance safety for all road users. You can even free trial the software with 5% of your fleet to see how it can benefit your organisation. Watch here.

Hybrid working trends in 2025 — why DSE must stay on the agenda

Hybrid working continues to rise. According to the Office for National Statistics, more than a quarter of UK working adults followed a hybrid work pattern between January and March 2025. While commuting has declined, working from home has steadily increased, embedding flexibility into the way we work.

This article covers hybrid work, legal rights, DSE obligations, and how to build ergonomics into a lasting strategy. Read more.

PACE scheduled maintenance

PACE and all courses will be unavailable for four hours during planned maintenance on 3 and 4 September 2024.

Downtime schedule:

UK database users - Wed 3 Sept, 18:00 – 22:00 BST, 10:00 – 14:00 PST, 12:00 – 16:00 CST and 13:00 – 17:00 EST.
US database users - Thu 4 Sept, 09:00–13:00 BST, 01:00–05:00 PST, 03:00–07:00 CST and 04:00–08:00 EST.

This work will enhance the performance, reliability, and security of our services. For questions, please email info@cardinus.com.

In the news

Working in hot temperatures

Employers must protect workers in hot weather. There’s no legal maximum workplace temperature, as conditions vary, but the HSE website offers practical guidance.

HMRC splits mileage reimbursement rate for electric vehicles

From 1 September, HMRC will reimburse company car drivers 8ppm for home charging and 14ppm for public charging, following the split of the advisory electricity rate. Read more.

Events and webinars

Cardinus Ergonomics Forum: Enhancing your Ergonomics Program

Join us for the free Cardinus Ergonomics Forum at The Marriott Marquis, Houston on Monday 29 September. We'll explore how working patterns impact ergonomics programs, highlight key success factors and share best practices. Hear how AI can enhance your program and support total worker health. Register here.

Cardinus Ergonomics Forum: Shaping Safer, Smarter Workplaces

Join us at The Westin, San Jose on Wednesday 1 October for this free event. We'll explore how ergonomics and technology improve long-term health and reduce injury risks. Learn how better movement habits today, build a stronger workforce for tomorrow. Register here.

TPI Conference 2025

Cardinus will be a Gold Sponsor for The Property Institute Annual Conference 2025. The conference will take place on 16 October 2025 at the Convene Sancroft, London. If you are attending the event and would like to arrange a meeting, please email us.

EHS Congress London

The Cardinus team will be exhibiting at EHS Congress London at the London Marriott Hotel, Regents Park from 28-29 October. If you are attending the event and would like to arrange a meeting, please email us.

Moving beyond basic ergonomic assessments: Turning insights into action

Join us on Thursday 4 September for this live webinar with Matt Weber, SVP – Global Sales at Cardinus and Alex Smith, Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist at DORN Companies. Discover why traditional ergonomic assessments often fall short and how to drive lasting workplace improvements with measurable results. Register here.

DSE Assessor Training

This course will be delivered virtually on 3 September (10.00-13.00 BST). The DSE assessor training is aimed at new DSE assessors who have responsibility for reducing DSE risk and seeking regulatory compliance. To book your place, please email us.

Healthy Working PACE Essentials Course

This course will be delivered virtually on 17 September(10:00 - 12:30 BST). The Healthy Working PACE Essentials course is aimed at new administrators of the Healthy Working system and for those in need of a refresher. To book your place, please email us.

Reminders

How does investing in effective ergonomics help your people? – Investing in effective ergonomics management, can help you build a happier, healthier and more efficient workforce.

Martyn’s Law is in effect: What UK businesses need to know – This article outlines what Martyn's Law means for you, how it applies and the steps needed for compliance.

Laptop stands for neck pain: A simple fix for better posture – This article explores why neck pain is so common among laptop users and how this simple device can improve your health and productivity.

HSE publishes latest work-related fatal injury statistics – In the last year, 124 workers were killed in work-related incidents in Great Britain.