Ergonomic Evaluator Training
Course Description
The ergonomic evaluator training program is designed for professionals who are interested in expanding their knowledge in the field of ergonomics. Following the completion of this three day program you will be able to perform common ergonomic evaluations. The course will discuss evidence based evaluations and consulting protocols based on current and proposed OSHA standards, NIOSH guidelines, and published clinical literature. The course will provide detailed and hands-on instruction of commonly used screening and body-part specific ergonomic assessment tools designed to identify high risk activities, rank multiple jobs for the need for ergonomic revisions, and provide direction for selection of ergonomic solutions. The third day of the course will consist of hands-on use of ergonomic assessment tools using videotaped tasks in various industries, cumulating in individual and group presentations and recommendations of a professional ergonomist.
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Satisfactory course completion as an assessment of learned outcomes includes:
- Participation in the three days of training
- Performing various ergonomic evaluations
- Classroom presentations/critique of your ergonomic evaluations
Learning outcomes
By the end of this training program learners will be able t
- Understand current ergonomic evaluation tools and protocols
- Understand common risk factors associated with upper extremity and low back injuries
- Increase awareness and understanding of scientific knowledge and current theories about low back pain and upper extremity disorders
- Identify the benefits and importance of common ergonomic assessment tools
- Understand the basic methods of identifying, selecting, and implementing ergonomic solutions
- Demonstrate the ability to use common ergonomic assessment tools in multiple industrial and manufacturing environments
Course Overview
Who Should Attend: Tuition: Safety and Health Professionals $950.00 Physical Therapists Occupational Therapists Education Level: Human Resource Professionals Introductory - Intermediate Athletic Trainers Exercise Physiologists Content Domain: Allied Health Professionals Evaluation Engineers Course Instructors: Contact Hours: Jim Mecham, MS, OTR/L, AEP 24 hours (3 days) Joan Korpi, OTR/L, CEA
Course approval
OccuCare Systems and Solutions' prides itself in meeting the highest standard of continuing education course approval and providing medical professionals with continuing education units. This course has been approved by the following state and national approval bodies:
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