Office Ergonomics
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Self-Paced/Online
Course
English
Self-Paced/Online
Course
French
Overview
Delivery method
Self-Paced/Online
Duration
60 minutes
Audience
All public servants at all levels
Description
Ergonomics is an applied science which studies how to match the job to the worker. Ergonomics is concerned with preventing pain and injuries related to factors such as pace of work, the strain on joints and muscles, and the effects of posture. This course provides a practical introduction to office ergonomics, focusing specifically on issues and injuries related to the use of computers and other office equipment.
The goal of the course is to give you information to help apply ergonomic solutions in your workplace.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize MSD hazards and the early signs of discomfort
- Assess the risks related to MSD hazards
- Control hazards by eliminating or reducing risk factors that lead to MSDs
Target Audience
- Workers, managers and supervisors
- Health and safety representatives and professionals
- Occupational health and safety committee members and representatives
- Human resources professional
Prerequisite(s)
None
Notes
Please choose the language of the course carefully. If you change languages, you will need to restart the course and we will be invoiced for both courses.
