Ergonomics is a science-based discipline that brings together knowledge from other subjects such as anatomy and physiology, psychology, engineering and statistics to ensure that designs complement the strengths and abilities of people and minimize the effects of their limitations.

COURSE INTRODUCTION

Today’s world required human being to interact with Information Technology (IT), the advancement in Information Technology (IT), and to remain highly productive & competitive, office workers are expected to spend long hours sitting on a chair facing the VDU (visual display unit) or glued to the workstation. The job instructions, work orders, communication, work status, information, news and other information that are communicated to users via VDU and internet are things that we cannot avoided.

Prolonged exposure to VDU works is the onset of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) or chronic injuries among users. The examples of MSDs are backaches, persistent pain and discomfort on their body parts (neck, shoulders, hands, and legs), carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, tendonitis, etc.

The ONLY WAY to combat the onset of musculoskeletal injuries among VDU users is to have a proactive ergonomics program which focuses on increasing awareness among workers and practical measures to eliminate root causes of musculoskeletal injuries for computer works. MSDs can be detected, reported and reduced or eliminated, provided the risk factors are fully understood.

OBJECTIVE OF THE COURSE

• To understand values of ergonomics in office working environment
• To understand adverse health effects due to poor ergonomic practices
• To identify ergonomic concerns for office work activities and learn practical ways to mitigate the concerns
• To provide initial ergonomics guidance at new office
• To provide guidance and preparation prior to moving office date

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

• Safety Managers and Personnel
• Safety and Health Committee Members
• All levels of workers and interested individuals
• HR – Medical benefits representative

THE TRAINING METHODOLOGIES

Theory Session
• Dynamic & Highly Engaging Presentation
• Interactive and Fun
• Engaging audio-visual aids; real scene photographs, video clips, multimedia presentation
• Demonstration Session

Practical Session
• Hands-on experience
• Participant centered

Experiential Learning
• Scenario based Learning