Office Ergonomics

Course Details

The office ergonomics course has been developed to create a strong practical understanding of safe workplace layout and design in the office environment.

Throughout the course, activities and animations build and reinforce an understanding of the effects of poor workplace layout on health, and show the user how to lay out their workspaces and manage their work to keep safe and healthy.

Course Content

The course covers the following topics:

  • What ergonomics is and how it applies in the office
  • The effects of poor workplace layout on the body
  • Work station layout
  • Equipment setup
  • Work Methods
  • Work environment

Learning Outcomes

  • An understanding of the impact of poorly planned work and work station layout
  • A practical understanding of how to arrange the workspace, equipment and the work environment
  • A practical understanding of how to plan and manage work to minimise health problems

Estimated duration
30 Minutes

Target audience
The course has been designed to provide training for all staff who work in an office environment.

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