Office Ergonomics: 01. Introduction to Ergonomics
Learning objectives
- Understand the importance of office ergonomics and its impact on health and productivity.
- Evaluate the simple risk factors associated with CTDs: force, postures, movement and work environment.
- Recognize key ergonomic principles: work in neutral posture, provide clearance and minimize contact stress, keep tasks and items within easy reach, work at proper heights, reduce excessive force, reduce excessive motions, reduce static muscle fatigue, move, exercise and stretch, and maintain a comfortable environment.
- Become familiar with common Cumulative Trauma Disorders (CTDs) such as tendinitis, trigger finger, carpal tunnel syndrome, back pain, etc.
Course overview
Believe it or not, you can sustain an injury on the job just from sitting at your desk. Workplace injuries aren't always the result of industrial accidents. Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) like carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis, and muscle strains are among the most common causes of lost workdays. Much of this can be prevented with proper posture, proper hand alignment with the keyboard, and proper chair height, also known as “ergonomics.” Employers are responsible for providing a safe working environment, and workplace ergonomics is a part of that. This course provides helpful information and guidelines to make your workplace more ergonomic.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
- 9 minutes
- Format: Video
- English