Ergonomics / Manual Handling

Course Description

The objective of training in ergonomics is to provide personnel with the skills, knowledge, abilities, and tools to reduce physical workload, to improve working postures, facilitate instrument handling, and thus improves the quality of working life, reduce fatigue, maximize efficiency and minimize human errors.

Learning Objectives

• Identify ergonomics risk factors in your job
• Introduce ergonomics basic skills
• Know the importance of good posture
• Recognize musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) sign and symptoms
• Lift and carry objects safely
• Introduce ergonomic exercises.
• Take other precautions specific to your job to prevent ergonomics injuries

Intended audience

This course is recommended for all personnel