Ergonomics

Ergonomics and Risk Management

Table of Content:

• Ergonomics and Risk Management
• Legal Notice
• Purpose and Learning Objectives
• Target Audience
• Ergonomics
• Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders in the Workplace
• Prevention of Musculoskeletal Injuries
• The Spine
• End of Course Quiz

Course Content Example 1:

Ergonomics

The word, ergonomics, comes from two Greek words: “ergon” meaning work, and “nomos” meaning laws.

Ergonomics covers all aspects of a job, from physical stresses it places on joints, muscles, nerves, tendons, bones, to environmental factors, which can affect hearing, vision, and general comfort and health.

Course Content Example 2:

Ergonomics

Physical Stressors linked to ergonomic disorders:

1. Repetitive Strain Injuries (cumulative trauma disorders) are caused by repetitive motions such as typing, that would not result in undue stress or harm if only performed once.
2. Carpal tunnel syndrome
3. Tendonitis
4. Tenosynovitis
5. Rotator Cuff Injury (shoulder problem)
6. Epicondylitis (elbow problem)
7. Trigger finer
8. Muscle strains and low back injuries
9. Many others

Course Content Example 3:

Environmental Factors

1. Indoor Air Quality
2. "Sick building syndrome" with accompanying headaches, congestion, fatigue and rashes can result from poor air quality in buildings or office
3. Excessive Noise
4. Around heavy machinery or equipment can cause permanent hearing loss
5. Improper Lighting
6. Eyestrain and headaches, especially in conjunction with a computer monitor