Lee J. Huber, CPE, is an expert witness and consultant in ergonomics and safety fields. He is the Managing Consultant and Partner for SS&E Consulting, Inc., specializing in expert witness work for either the plaintiff or defendant. Expert witness activities include viability-of-case examination, forensics evaluation, accident reconstruction, onsite surveys, design reviews, technical reports, depositions and court testimony.
The new Minnesota Ergonomics Statute, 182.677, became effective January 1, 2024. It affects certain health care, warehouse distribution centers and meat processing employers. This OSHA mandate can deeply affect those businesses that must comply. Our recent article at HGExperts.com shows some of the challenges in compliance: The Minnesota Ergonomics Standard of 2024 – HGExperts.com
Call us to find out how to efficiently upgrade your ergonomics processes to match the new MN law’s requirements. Our certified ergonomists are here to assist with all facets of the new Minnesota Standard. We are already assisting meat processing facilities to get a head start on bolstering their ergonomics initiatives.
Mr. Huber also engages in ergonomics and safety projects across Minnesota, the U.S. and portions of Canada. He introduces wide-ranging, cost saving ergonomics solutions, machine design upgrades, safety audits, slip and fall controls, human factors design, product liability evaluations and training to control risks.
Diverse expertise fosters cost effective improvements in a wide range of companies and that experience continues with over 40 years of strength. Huber advises senior management and all levels of operations to reduce musculoskeletal injury costs and boost overall productivity, safety and efficiency.
SS&E developed the exclusive ExeLift™ back injury prevention training based on his experience as a nationally ranked Olympic-style weightlifter. This is an education process, stimulating strong injury reduction performances. One distribution center reported an 89% back injury reduction over a single year. That benefit extends to businesses like national truck manufacturing, one of the world’s largest auto makers, major airlines, aerospace manufacturers and food producers, among others. ExeLift™ is most effective after senior management applies our design upgrades. Audience ratings of the program consistently post in the mid-90th percentile.
Are other legal, ergonomics or safety needs on your list? Call us to discuss your challenges. With our consultants’ 80 years of combined experience, we’ll be there.
“Your respiratory therapy ergonomic evaluation and report was perfect!”
“You have tremendous supervisory/management skills that I really appreciated and learned from.”
“Thank you for your help…our lamination area…is now up and running with great success and a good ergonomic design.”
“…Professional, knowledgeable and expert… in the field of ergonomics…extremely helpful and responsive to NWA’s needs.”
“You did a super job on short notice. That is a true measure of a professional.”
“Lee was able to easily convey ideas and concepts on a very difficult and controversial area – the use of back belts. He displayed excellent presentation skills by keeping the information concise and relevant…”
“…great job Lee Huber did with our accumulative trauma disorder training session. Lee is obviously a professional in his field and he provided our staff with valuable information we will be putting to immediate use.”
“Thank you for the great presentation.”
Certifications and Memberships
Certified Professional Ergonomist
Board of Certification in Professional Ergonomics
Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
HFES | Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
United States Concealed Carry Association