Course Overview:
Workplace injuries, including musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) affecting muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones, and nerves, are a significant concern across industries. The Work Ergonomics and Injury Prevention Course provides comprehensive knowledge and actionable insights to help individuals recognize risk factors, understand injury development, and implement strategies to prevent these injuries. This course is designed to create safer, healthier, and more productive workplaces.
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is ideal for:
- Workers in various industries who want to reduce their risk of workplace injuries, particularly those related to musculoskeletal health.
- Supervisors and managers who are responsible for ensuring employee safety and maintaining ergonomic work environments.
By proactively addressing ergonomic risks, this course benefits anyone seeking to promote well-being and productivity in the workplace.
Learning Objectives:
By completing this course, participants will gain the skills to:
- Define and recognize workplace activities and movements that contribute to the development of MSDs.
- Identify the stages and symptoms of MSDs to detect and address them early.
- Apply best practices in workplace ergonomics to prevent MSDs effectively.
- Understand how to assess risks and implement the hierarchy of controls to reduce and eliminate ergonomic hazards.
Course Format:
- Delivery Mode: Self-directed online learning available 24/7 via a user-friendly Learning Management System (LMS).
- Platform Compatibility: Accessible on laptops, desktops, and mobile devices through major browsers and the Brightspace Pulse App (available on the App Store and Google Play).
Certification and Assessment:
- Assessment: A minimum score of 80% on the final assessment is required to earn certification.
- Certification: A digital Certificate of Completion is automatically stored in the LMS, with an option to download and print a PDF version.
- Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites for this course, making it accessible to all individuals interested in workplace safety and ergonomics.
Why Take This Course?
Workplace ergonomics is essential for reducing injuries, improving productivity, and ensuring employee well-being. With this course, you’ll gain the tools and knowledge needed to create a safer, more ergonomic work environment. Enroll today and take the first step toward preventing workplace injuries!
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