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Industrial Ergonomics

The Industrial Ergonomics course provides critical knowledge on identifying, preventing, and managing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in the workplace. It covers ergonomic principles, common risk factors, and practical prevention strategies through engineering and administrative controls. Learners will explore proper standing, lifting, tool use, and posture techniques, along with the role of PPE in reducing strain. The course emphasizes early symptom reporting and safe work practices to promote a healthier, more efficient work environment. Trainees earn a certificate of completion.

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Learning Objectives

Identify the signs, symptoms, and common risk factors associated with musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
Understand the purpose and key components of a workplace ergonomics program.
Apply engineering and administrative controls to reduce ergonomic risks and prevent injuries.

Demonstrate proper techniques for standing, lifting, and material handling to minimize physical strain.
Recognize the impact of contact stress, vibration, and improper tool use, and learn how to reduce these hazards.
Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, insoles, and back supports, to enhance ergonomic safety.

Course Outline

1. Introduction
1. Welcome
2. Introduction
3. Learning Objectives
2. MSDs & Ergonomic Programs
1. MSD Signs and Symptoms
2. What Is Ergonomics?
3. Ergonomics Program
4. Ergonomics Program Inclusions
5. Knowledge Check
3. Symptoms and Risk Factors
1. Reporting Signs and Symptoms
2. Risk Factors
3. Common Risk Factors
4. Other Risk Factors
5. Knowledge Check
4. Prevention
1. Prevention
2. Engineering Controls
3. Administrative Controls
4. Prevention Strategies
5. Avoid Repetition
6. Awkward Postures
7. Neutral Postures
8. Positions to Avoid
9. Learning Activity
5. Standing and Lifting
1. Standing
2. Workspace Layout
3. Material Handling and Lifting
4. Plan Your Lift
5. Position Yourself
6. Lift with Your Legs, Not Your Back
7. Set the Load Down Correctly
8. Get Help, If Needed
9. Learning Activity

6. Contact Stress and Hand Tool Use
1. Contact Stress
2. Hand Tool Use
3. Use the Proper Tools
4. Use the Proper Tools
5. Knowledge Check
7. Vibration and Other Factors
1. Vibration
2. Reduce Vibration
3. Other Factors
8. PPE
1. PPE
2. Glove Selection
3. Footwear/Anti-Fatigue Insoles
4. Kneepads and Back Belts
9. Review
1. Review
10. Conclusion
1. Conclusion