Trainer JAB International Consultancy Start Date 26 Jan 2025
Location Live Online
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia KSA
Language English
Contact info@jabconsultancy.onmicrosoft.com Places 5

26-30 January 2025

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.