Ergonomic Hazards in General Industry

"Ergonomic Hazards in General Industry" is a practical training course designed to introduce participants to the fundamental principles of ergonomics and the ergonomic hazards commonly encountered in general industry. The course focuses on how the work environment, job tasks, and individual worker characteristics influence health, safety, and overall performance. Participants will gain an understanding of the causes of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), modern approaches to ergonomic risk assessment and management, safe work practices, and methods for improving workplace ergonomics. The training supports the prevention of work-related injuries, promotes employee well-being, and contributes to increased productivity.

Who Should Attend

✅ Employees working in general industry
✅ Managers and supervisors
✅ Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) professionals
✅ Technical and operational personnel
✅ Individuals responsible for planning and organizing work processes
✅ Anyone whose work involves manual handling or repetitive tasks

Training Topics

• Fundamentals, objectives, and importance of ergonomics;
• Worker-related ergonomic risk factors;
• Task-related ergonomic risk factors;
• Workplace environmental ergonomic risk factors;
• Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs);
• Ergonomic risk assessment and management;
• Hierarchy of Controls for ergonomic hazards;
• Engineering controls;
• Administrative controls;
• Proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE);
• Safe lifting and manual material handling techniques;
• Planning and prioritizing ergonomic improvements.

⏱ Duration: 5–7 hours
📍 Format: Theoretical instruction, practical examples, and group activities
📜 Certificate: Issued upon successful completion of the training.