Office Ergonomics

Delivery Options: In-class, Virtual Classroom

Course Profile:

Home office with up-to-date equipment for a comfortable work. New modern notebook, up-to-date

In Class

$120 pp

Online

$120 pp

On-site OR
Private

Custom Pricing

What You'll Learn

This course will provide workers with the appropriate work practices and workstation set-ups that will reduce ergonomic discomfort and stress associated with repetitive tasks or straining positions, and take effective steps to prevent the onset of Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs).

Who Should Attend

All individuals working at a workstation in offices, healthcare, security, hospitality and tourism, research, shipping and warehousing.

Learning Objectives

Learners will be able to identify the risk factors associated with poor ergonomic positioning and the controls necessary to prevent musculoskeletal disorders from occurring.

Course Outline

  • Introduction to Ergonomics
  • Musculoskeletal Disorders
  • Common causes of work-related MSDs
  • Ergonomics Risk Factors
  • Workstation Layout
  • Controls and Preventive measures

Legislative Reference

  • Occupational Health and Safety Act.
    Applicable Regulations.
  • Occupational Health and Safety Act Sections 8(10), 9(18)(a) 8(10).

Course Material

  • Participant Manual