Office Ergonomics Training - online course content
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, repetition, 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
Regulations Review
- Select jurisdiction of workplace [which province, or Federal]
- Review regulations and guidelines that apply
