Trainer JAB International Consultancy Start Date 26 Oct 2026
Location Live Online, Bahrain, Canada, Egypt, Indonesia, Iraq, Kenya, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States
Virtual
Language English
Contact info@jabconsultancy.onmicrosoft.com Places 10

26 – 30 October 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.

Learning Outcomes

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.

Course Format

The course is an optional module for the International Certificate in Occupational Hygiene (ICertOHTA). It is designed to be delivered as a 5-day taught programme including student assessment. The student manual can be used as a free-standing reference for those wishing to study independently.

Course Content

  • Overview of Ergonomics
  • Ergonomics Methods & Techniques
  • Musculo-skeletal Disorders
  • Workplace, Job and Product Design
  • Relevant Physical Factors of the Work Environment
  • Standards and Social Aspects

 




Note: any references made to standards and best practice documents are provided solely as guidance for candidates and may not represent the most current updates or publications.