Office Safety (Ergornomics and Manual Handling) Training

Phase 1- Office Ergonomics
Duration: 1 day

Outline

This
course presents an overview of ergonomics best practices for office workers. It
will cover the basic concepts of ergonomics, as well as ways to work smarter
and more safely to reduce
the possibility of injury from musculoskeletal disorders. It will also cover
the causes of the most common injuries and discuss solutions based on the
science of ergonomics to make you and your office safer. In addition, it
presents case studies to emphasize the benefits of ergonomics training in the
workplace and provides links to additional resources.

Who should attend

All office employees, safety managers and those who need to learn
about office safety.

What you will learn

By
the end of the course participants will learn how to set up all office
equipment and how to use the effectively to ensure they have a safe and healthy
work environment.

Outline

·        
Introduction to Office Ergonomics Training

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Why Do We Need Ergonomics Training?

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Basic Concepts of
Ergonomics

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Ergonomic Hazards for Office Workers

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Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Rotator Cuff Syndrome

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Other MSDs of the Shoulders and Arms

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“Texting Thumb” and “iPad® Neck”

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Stages of MSDs

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Symptoms of MSDs

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Eyestrain-a Repetitive Stress Injury

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Back Pain

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Static Posture Problems

What Ergonomics can do

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Ergonomics Can Make Your Workplace Better

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Ergonomics Can Improve Employee Well-Being

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Ergonomics Can Increase Productivity

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Ergonomics Can Lower the Cost of Injury Claims

Safety Standards

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OSHA

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CDC-NIOSH

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ANSI

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Safety Responsibilities

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Safety Responsibilities of Employers

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Safety Responsibilities of Employees

Ergonomic Solutions

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Workstation Adjustments-Chair Height

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Workstation Adjustments-Chair Backrest