Course ID: erisucerc_vod
Understanding and Controlling Ergonomic Risk Factors – Concise Version

Ergonomic risk factors can lead to MSDs (Musculoskeletal Disorders), and these types of injuries can result from many kinds of jobs. Ergonomic programs help reduce the risk of injuries. This training focuses on practices to help improve ergonomics with muscle and skeletal functions used while at work. Improving Ergonomic work stations and avoiding repetitive tasks that lead to MSDs are part of the work practice controls outlined in this multimedia presentation. Neutral positions are reviewed in this training, for protecting and maintaining proper posture. The training demonstrates several ways to reduce ergonomic illnesses and injuries. Use this course to prepare employees to recognize symptoms of an MSD and to use safe work practices to prevent one from occurring.

Chapters


  • 1. Introduction
  • 2. Ergonomics and Signs & Symptoms of MSDs
  • 3. Controlling Ergonomic Hazards
  • 4. Work Practice Controls
  • 5. Maintaining Neutral Positions
  • 6. Ergonomics of Lifting and Carrying Loads
  • 7. Conclusion
7 Lessons
10-19 Minutes
9 Quiz Questions
Type: vod
Downloadable Docs
Closed Captioning