How to Use This Guide
Session One: Course Overview
Session Two: Getting Started
What is Ergonomics?
Legislation and Regulatory Bodies
Session Three: The Role of Ergonomics in Your Workplace
A Plan for Everyone
Case Studies
Session Four: The Ergonomic Assessment Cycle
Session Five: Identifying and Assessing Ergonomic Hazards
How to Identify Ergonomic Hazards
An Assessment Toolkit
Case Study: The Acme Widget Company
Session Six: Developing a Plan to Address Ergonomic Issues
Three Key Methods
Categorizing
Session Seven: Identifying and Implementing Solutions
Where to Find Ideas?
Making Connections
Session Eight: Obtaining Employee Buy-In
Change Management 101
Insights
Session Nine: Tips for Successful Implementation
Session Ten: Reviewing Your Ergonomics Program
Session Eleven: Basic Ergonomic Principles
Session Twelve: Optimal Sitting and Standing
Best Practices for Sitting
Best Practices for Standing
Identifying Areas for Improvement
Session Thirteen: Safe Lifting and Transporting
Lifting Safely
Transporting Materials Safely
Session Fourteen: Ergonomic Workstations
Overview
Making Connections
Session Fifteen: Safe Tool Selection and Use
Safe Tool Design
Making Connections
Vibration Considerations
Session Sixteen: Creating an Ergonomic Environment
See the Light!
Breathe the Air!
Hear the Sounds!
Session Seventeen: Bringing It All Together
Summary
Recommended Reading List
Post-Course Assessment
Pre- and Post-Assessment Answer Keys
Personal Action Plan
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