Designed in 1 to 2 hour Workshops, this class is designed for employees who work primarily in a laboratory environment with little to no knowledge of ergonomics. Topics will include, but are not limited to:
- Understanding basic principles of ergonomics
- Understanding common musculoskeletal disorders
- Identifying and mitigating Ergonomic Risk Factors
- Basic laboratory workstation adjustments
- Common ergonomic tools for laboratory workstations
- Retrofitting your laboratory tools and workstations for better postures
- Understanding pinch grips involved in laboratory processes
- The benefits of working in an ergonomic environment
- Healthy work practices