objectivesThe Office Ergonomics for All Industries online trailing from OSHA Education School is the ideal safety course for employees working in an office setting. Training participants in accordance with federal OSHA standards, participants can expect to learn effective ways to use ergonomics properly throughout the workspace to prevent injuries due to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDS).
NOTICE: This course is based on the OSHA General Duty Clause, Section 5(s)(1).
OSHA Education School’s Office Ergonomics for All Industries online course is designed to educate participants about office ergonomics and safety within the workplace. In particular, participants can expect to learn how to prevent ergonomic injuries and illnesses, and to become familiar with hazards evaluation practices and how to control jobsite hazards. Specific course topics include the following:
Introduction to ergonomics
Ergonomic injuries and illnesses
Hazard recognition
Hazard control
Ergonomics at the computer
Ergonomics on the construction site
A summation of ergonomics in the workplace
Specific industry terms discussed throughout the duration of the course include the following:
MSDS
Repetitive motion disorders (RMDs)
OSHA
Office ergonomics safety
Ergonomics safety tips
Ergonomics awareness
Office ergonomics safety guide
descriptionOffice ergonomics can help you be more comfortable at work. It can help lower stress and injury caused by awkward positions and repetitive tasks.The Office Ergonomics for All Industries online safety course is appropriate for individuals who work in an office environment. Participants may expect to discover efficient methods for implementing ergonomics correctly throughout the workplace in order to avoid injuries caused by musculoskeletal diseases (MSDS). This lesson is based on Section 5(s) of the OSHA General Duty Clause (1). Office Ergonomics for All Industries is an online course that educates participants on office ergonomics and workplace safety. Participants may expect to learn how to prevent ergonomic injuries and illnesses, as well as how to evaluate risks and control worksite risks.
You must score at least 70% to pass this OSHA training. You will be given up to THREE opportunities to pass the quizzes and final exam.
Failure to pass quizzes and the final exam will result in being locked out of this online training program, but the learner can repurchase and start back from the beginning.
Upon completing this Office Ergonomics For All Industries and the accompanying survey, you will receive an OSHA card from the provider of this OSHA training on behalf of the Department of Labor.
Students who successfully complete the program will receive a completion card issued by the U.S. Department of Labor.
YOU MUST COMPLETE THE SURVEY AT THE END OF THIS TRAINING TO RECEIVE YOUR DOL CARD
outline1. Introduction
Course Description
Objectives
What Is “Ergonomics”?
Management Responsibilities
Employee Responsibilities
Ergonomics as Part of a Safety and Health Program
2. MSD Risk Factors
MSDs
Risk Factors: Content Reveal Activity
3. Good Working Positions
Working at a Desk with a Computer
Changing Your Working Position
Upright Sitting
Standing
Declined Sitting
Reclined Sitting
4. Pre-Drill Review-1
Pre-Drill Review
5. Workstation Components
Selecting and Arranging Your Workstation Components
Chair
Chair and Adequate Support
Desk
Desk Work Zones
Document Holder
Keyboard
Keyboard Considerations
Monitor
Monitor considerations
Monitor Viewing Time
Computer Mouse
Computer Mouse Considerations
Telephone
Wrist and Palm Support
6. Pre-Drill Review-2
Pre-Drill Review
7. Workstation Environment and Work Process
Workstation Environment Issues
Ventilation
Issues with Work Process
Back Injury and Better Lifting
8. Pre-Drill Review-3
Pre-Drill Review
9. Final Consideration
Summary of Office Ergonomics
Additional Resources
Benefits OSHA Education School’s Office Ergonomics for All Industries online course teaches all participants to apply the principle of ergonomic safety to the office place in all industries. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Identify the major hazards in the office associated with MSD and RMD injuries and illnesses
Describe activities within the office environment that can lead to MSD and RMD injuries
Identify tools for protecting oneself and others from MSD and RMD injuries
Recognize ways to protect oneself and others from workplace ergonomic hazards
Recognize the requirements of employers for protecting office workers from both MSD and RMD injuries
This course is worth 0.1 CEUs. All course participants must complete the full course to receive CEU credits with a score 100% at each knowledge checkpoint and complete the course evaluation to receive his or her certificate of completion. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a course completion certificate showing the CEUs earned that may be printed at any time.