Introduction to Ergonomics
Oregon OSHA Online Course 201This material is for training purposes only. Its purpose is to inform Oregon employers of best practices in occupational safety and health and general Oregon OSHA compliance requirements. This material is not a substitute for any provision of the Oregon Safety Employment Act or any standards issued by Oregon OSHA. For more information on this online course and other OR-OSHA online training, visit the Online Course Catalog.
Course Modules
Introduction
Course Assignments Worksheet
Module 1: Module One: Defining ergonomics
- Ergonomics - What is it?
- The interaction of the three risk factor areas
- The impact of ergonomics
- What are the statistics?
Module 2: Risk factors inherent in the worker - Discussion of the Musculoskeletal System
- Risk factors associated with age and gender
- Risk factors associated with smoking and physical activity
- Risk factors associated with strength, anthropometry
Module 3: Risk factors inherent in the task - Design to reduce risk factors
- Risk factors - force, segmental vibration, repetition
- Risk factors - duration, recovery time, posture
- Risk factors - velocity/acceleration, exertion
Module 4: Risk Factors Inherent in The Environment - Risk factors - heat and cold stress
- Risk factors - whole body vibration
- Risk factors - lighting and noise
- Risk factors - psychosocial
Module 5: Controlling risk factors - Engineering controls
- Administrative controls
- Personal protective equipment
- System improvements
Quiz Answers
Submit Assignments and Evaluation - Extended response assignments
- Course evaluation
- Certificate information
Course Appendix
- Tips on Completing Assignments
Additional Resources Ergonomics Technical Links Sample Ergonomics Plan Cumulative Trauma Disorders Frequently Asked
Questions Worksite Redesign Grants Computer Ergonomics for Elementary School Students (CergoS)
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