Ergonomic Training

Serving the San Francisco Bay and Greater Sacramento Areas

For the Office

This workshop lasts one to two hours and gives employees hands-on instruction on multiple ergonomic principles to make simple adjustments to their work environments. Topics include:

Ergonomic risk factor identification and mitigation.
Ergonomic tool knowledge and selection.
Injuries commonly associated with exposure to ergonomic risk factors.
Stretches and strength techniques for workplace wellness.

Ergonomic Advocate Training

A three-session course offering a practical approach to teaching employees to perform proactive ergonomic assessments. Students learn to implement proper administrative engineering controls while becoming an essential part of your company’s wellness and safety culture. Mentorship is available on request. Topics include:

Ergonomic risk factors and associated postures.
Signs and symptoms of risk factor exposure and how they develop as musculoskeletal disorders, such as carpal tunnel and lateral epicondylitis.
Choosing the proper engineering, administrative, and personal protective equipment to reduce risks.
Commonly used ergonomic products and how to determine if they are a good fit for the employee’s use.
Human anatomy, neuroanatomy, and physiology.
How anthropometric measurements apply to human bodies and ergonomic workstations.
Performing proactive ergonomic evaluations with qualitative and quantitative documentation.

Train the Trainer

A workshop series created for those with advanced ergonomics knowledge. Topics include:

Advanced ergonomics training for various settings.
How and when to perform proactive ergonomic evaluations.
Developing corporate ergonomics programs.
Implementing a company-wide ergonomic culture.
Analyzing ergonomic products to identify the appropriate fit for your employees.
The human/tool ergonomic relationship and choosing applicable product standards.
The benefits of an ergonomic environment.