Overuse and “wear and tear” injuries continue to be among the most costly work related injuries in industry today. These pains and strains can range from mild discomfort or lead to severe pain and disability. Our office ergonomics program identifies the risk factors associated with poor ergonomic positioning but more importantly the controls necessary to prevent musculoskeletal disorders from occurring. Upon successful completion, a certificate will be issued automatically.

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Modules

• Introduction

Cost of ergonomic injuries to industry

• Ergonomics Defined

Physical and biomechanical safety of workers

Physical ergonomics

Cognitive ergonomics

Organizational ergonomics

Institute of work & health

• Musculoskeletal Disorders

Lost time claims statistics

Tendonitis, vibration, white finger, nerve compression disorders

Tenosynovitis, Epicondylitis, carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, pronator teres syndromes

• Identifying Risk Factors

Force, repitition, posture, duration, contact stress

Lifting techniques, typing

• Ergonomic Guidelines

Importance, frequency of use, function, sequence, sufficient space

• Workstation Layout

Ergonomic desk design & layout

Monitor, keyboard * mouse

Seating, desk, telephone & lighting

Task design