Description
The human body is a fragile system, and we put many demands on it every day. Activities like reaching to get supplies off of a shelf, sitting in front of a computer for hours every day, and moving heavy products around the shop can all take a toll on our bodies. In this content, you will learn how to make your environment as ergonomic as possible in order to make daily tasks easier on your body and mind.
Learning Outcomes:
- Define ergonomics and its related terms
- Identify where to get ergonomics information for your region
- Identify how ergonomics can be incorporated into your workplace
- Assess your environment for ergonomic hazards, create ways to resolve those issues, and plan for implementation
- Review and evaluate your ergonomic efforts
- Use change management techniques effectively
- Describe the basic principles of ergonomics
- Outline ergonomic practices for sitting, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling
- Design an ergonomic workstation
- Identify important ergonomic features of tools and machines
- Understand the role that environmental factors (such as sound, air quality, and light) play in ergonomics
Accreditation and Exam
This course comes complete with a multiple-choice exam and a nationally recognised CPD Certificate.
Multiple Choice Assessment
- Once you have completed the learning you will participate in a multiple-choice assessment, A pass mark of 75% is required.
- The online test is marked automatically, receiving an instant grade.
- Pass guarantee.
Nationally Recognised Certification
- All our courses are accredited by the CPD Certification Service as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.
- Once you have completed your assessment you will be awarded a free accredited certificate in PDF format.
What Are The Benefits of CPD
- Gain new skills!
- Improve employment opportunities!
- Up to date with your job requirements
- Enhance your CV!
Course Features
Course Format
User-friendly, interactive online training with downloadable documentation. You can access your course from any desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile device.
Course Duration
Course take between 1 and 3 hours to complete, You will be given 12 months access to the training.
Support
Our dedicated customer service means we are with you every step of the way. Throughout the course, you will enjoy unlimited support.
Assessment
At the end of the course, there is an online multiple-choice assessment, with instant grading.
Languages
All our courses are available in 100, s of languages.
XO Student Card
All students enrolled on this course are entitled to apply for an XO student discount card.
Who is this course for
Workers in all workplaces and industries are required to take training to ensure that they keep themselves, and those they work with, safe and compliant.
This course is designed for workers of all abilities and in all environments, including those who work in Healthcare, Social Care, Food Hygiene, Health & Safety and Human Resources. It covers the common aspects that are present in all of these environments.
