24 August 2026

Course Overview

Aims

• Introduce ergonomics (muscular-skeletal disorders, manual handling, etc.).
• Learn to apply ergonomics in the design of work, equipment and the workplace including social and legal concerns.

You will learn to

• Optimize the efficiency and effectiveness of activities in the workplace using ergonomic solutions.
• Understand ergonomic risk assessments and appropriate control measures.
• Understand the causes of upper limb disorders and how to reduce them.
• Understand the impacts of workplace layout and equipment design.
• Appreciate environmental aspects of good ergonomic design.