Ergonomics in the Workplace
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Goal
Lessons
Introduction
Ergonomics
- Explain the significance of ergonomic improvements in the workplace
Sources of Ergonomic Hazard
- Identify the sources of ergonomic hazards
Ergonomic Standards
- List and describe OSHA’s standards for ergonomic programs
- Assess a computer workstation based on the visual display terminal standards
Workplace Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Describe the severity of musculoskeletal disorders
Ergonomic Risk Analysis
- Apply methods of ergonomic risk analysis
Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorder Management Programs
- Provide solutions to ergonomic problems
- Analyze the mismatch between physical requirements of a job and the human body