Designed to Thrive: Linda Miller’s Ergonomic Quest

Linda Miller never set out to transform how people move and work. Her early goal as a rehabilitation specialist was to help them recover. But after seeing how preventable injuries could derail entire careers, she started asking a powerful question: why are we treating the damage instead of preventing it?That question led her to ergonomics and a lifelong mission to design work that fits people, not the other way around. Her first major project—a series of repetitive strain injuries at a lumber facility—sparked a philosophy that has guided her work ever since.“Instead of forcing people to adapt to their work, design work to fit the people who do it.”From hospitals to construction sites, Linda’s company EWI Works has helped organizations rethink safety through a human-centered lens. Her approach goes beyond compliance to focus on well-being, concentration, and performance, proving that better design leads to healthier, more productive teams.This episode is a must-listen for leaders who want to prevent injuries before they happen and build workplaces where people can truly thrive.See Linda’s story and many more at https://bissafety.ca/safety-spotlight-podcasts.