Industrial Ergonomics
e-Learning
About the eLearning Course
In Industrial Ergonomics, you will learn what ergonomics is and how to prevent ergonomics-related injuries. You will learn about hand tool ergonomics and material handling ergonomics.
Target Audience
Operators, technicians, and other professionals who require knowledge to operate and maintain facilities safely and effectively.You Will Learn
Participants will learn how to:
- Understand ergonomics and provide examples of ergonomics-related injuries.
- Define cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs) and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), including the injuries they cause.
- Describe stress factors associated with the upper extremities.
- Discuss stress factors associated with the lower back.
- Describe the anatomy of the human hand.
- Identify the proper tool for each job.
- Apply your knowledge of ergonomics to organize your hand tool workspace.
- Describe how to properly lift and carry a load.
- Discuss how to safely push and pull a load.
- List the ergonomic issues related to driving.
- Describe mechanical aids.
