Ergonomics Program Management

The training “Ergonomics Program Management” introduces participants to the fundamental principles of identifying, assessing, and controlling ergonomic risks in the workplace. The course focuses on preventing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), analyzing ergonomic hazards, and planning and implementing effective risk reduction measures.

Participants will learn the key principles of ergonomics program management, the importance of employer and employee involvement, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) for ergonomic hazards, risk control methods, and ergonomic hazards associated with safe patient handling and care.

The course also covers medical management, employee education, and training requirements within an ergonomics program, supporting the reduction of MSD risks and the development of a safer work environment.

Program Components

1. Fundamentals of Ergonomics Program Management

• The importance of ergonomics in the workplace and key principles of ergonomics program management;
• Employer and employee involvement in managing ergonomic risks;
• Analysis and assessment of musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) risks;
• Physical and psychological factors contributing to ergonomic injuries and disorders.

2. Identification and Assessment of Ergonomic Hazards

• Ergonomic hazards in the healthcare work environment;
• Ergonomic hazards associated with safe patient handling and care and methods for reducing these risks;
• Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) for ergonomic tasks;
• Assessment of workplace MSD risks and prioritization of ergonomic hazards.

3. Ergonomic Risk Control and Management

• Selection and implementation of ergonomic risk control measures;
• Planning and managing measures to reduce workplace MSD risks;
• Practical approaches to reducing ergonomic hazards and maintaining a safe work environment;
• Responsibilities of employers, employees, and healthcare professionals within an ergonomics program.

4. Medical Management and Employee Training

• Key considerations related to the treatment of MSDs;
• Ergonomics training requirements;
• Development of effective employee education and training strategies;
• The importance of continuous improvement and preventive approaches within an ergonomics program.

Who Is This Training For?

The training is designed for professionals involved in the assessment and control of ergonomic risks and in the planning and management of workplace ergonomics programs, including:

✅ Occupational safety specialists and managers;

✅ Professionals responsible for ergonomics and workplace safety;

✅ Human resources and employee health and well-being professionals;

✅ Production and operations managers;

✅ Healthcare and occupational health professionals;

✅ Individuals involved in planning and managing an organization’s ergonomics program.

⏱️ Duration: 5–7 hours
📍 Format: Certificate Training – Theoretical and Practical Part
📜 Certificate: Issued upon successful completion of the final assessment (exam).