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This training video educates employees in construction, manufacturing, and warehouse environments about the risks, symptoms, and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). It emphasizes the importance of ergonomics in reducing workplace injuries and outlines OSHA guidelines, risk factors, and control strategies. The program aims to raise awareness, encourage proactive safety practices, and promote ergonomic solutions to improve worker health, productivity, and morale.
Key Topics Covered
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- Introduction to MSDs: Definition, causes, and impact on workers and employers.
- OSHA Guidelines: Industry-specific and general duty clause responsibilities.
- Ergonomics Defined: Purpose, benefits, and practical applications in the workplace.
- Symptoms of MSDs: Early warning signs and the importance of reporting.
- Health Effects: Common conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, and bursitis.
- Identifying Problems: How to assess workplace risks using records and employee input.
- Control Strategies:
- Engineering Controls: Redesigning workstations and tools.
- Administrative Controls: Job rotation, training, and scheduling.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Gloves, braces, and other gear.
- Risk Factors:
- Force: Lifting, pushing, pulling.
- Repetition: Frequent, similar motions.
- Awkward/Static Postures: Poor body positioning.
- Contact Stress: Pressure from hard surfaces or tools.
- Vibration: From tools and machinery.
- Environmental: Temperature, lighting, and noise.
- Training: Importance of awareness, proper equipment use, and regular program reviews.
- Conclusion: Emphasizes ongoing prevention, adapting to new risks, and being proactive.
Our easy-to-use video kit provides all the necessary materials for running successful training class, including:
- 21-minute Industrial Ergonomics Safety Training Video
- Industrial Ergonomics PowerPoint Presentation for classroom use
- Printable documents, including:
- Training outline
- Compliance Manual
- Completion Certificate & Wallet Cards / ID card
- Attendance Log / Sign-In Form
- Employee Quiz and Answer Key
- Industrial Ergonomics supplemental printouts
Course Outcomes Those who complete this program should be able to navigate their work positions with a solid understanding of the hazards of MSDs and how to practice ergonomics while working. Who should take this course? This course is appropriate for safety managers, supervisors and management in manufacturing, general industry or construction and for all employees who work highly physical industry jobs. It is also suitable for use to train the trainer or as a refresher course. The following are previews of the Industrial Ergonomics Training videos:
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