Most workplace injuries involve the back, shoulders and neck and make up for over 40% of lost time injuries. Poor lifting techniques, improper workstation setup and inadequate work process design can contribute to repetitive strain or musculoskeletal disorders, causing serious pain and suffering for workers and economic loss for employers.

Employers are required to ensure workers are aware of the hazards associated with the worker’s job and workplace and to implement controls to reduce the risk of those hazards. Ergonomics risk factors must be treated the same as any other workplace hazard.

Who Should Take This Course?
All workers, supervisors and employers.

*** NOTE:  This course is designed to be specifically relevant to Ontario workplaces.

Course Outline
By taking this course participants will:

• Become familiar with Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)

• Recognize the signs and symptoms of MSDs

• Consider ergonomics with respect to workplace design

• Learn how to recognize, assess and control common workplace ergonomic hazards

• Review safe lifting techniques for back safety

• Understand the importance of ergonomics and the “Return to Work” process.