Designed in 4 to 8 hour Workshops, this class is designed for employees who work primarily in an industrial work environment and possess a general to advanced knowledge of ergonomics. Topics will include, but are not limited to:
- Review of the principles of ergonomics
- Identifying and mitigating Ergonomic Risk Factors
- Methods to determine root cause of physical discomfort
- Advanced industrial work area adjustments
- Advanced study of ergonomic tools and equipment for industrial work areas
- Retrofitting your ergonomic tools for better postures
- Practicing proper body mechanics
- Understanding the relationship between the employee and various ergonomic products (human/ tool relationship)
- Industrial Safety Practices
- The benefits of working in an ergonomic environment
- Healthy work practices