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Ergonomics and Manual Handling
4 hours
| Target group: | All Staff |
| Group size: | Maximum 20. Minimum numbers do apply. |
| Level 1 program: | No prerequisites required. |
| Schedule: |
| Date: | Wednesday 18 July 2012 ***FULL*** |
| Time: | 9:00am - 1:00pm |
| Venue: | Golden Wattle Room, Building 2, Level 3, 195 Wellington Road, Clayton |
| Apply by: | Wednesday 11 July 2012 |
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| Schedule: |
| Date: | Monday 3 September 2012 |
| Time: | 9:00am - 1:00pm |
| Venue: | Golden Wattle Room, Building 2, Level 3, 195 Wellington Road, Clayton |
| Apply by: | Monday 27 August 2012 |
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| Schedule: |
| Date: | Friday 19 October 2012 |
| Time: | 1:00pm - 5:00pm |
| Venue: | Golden Wattle Room, Building 2, Level 3, 195 Wellington Road, Clayton |
| Apply by: | Friday 12 October 2012 |
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| Cost: |
$85
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| Catering: | Tea and coffee provided. |
| To apply: | On-line application form |
Overview
Participants who attend this session will learn general ergonomic principles and apply to their own workplace. Posture, equipment, organisation of work systems and processes will be discussed. This course is designed for all staff and post-graduate students.
Intended Outcomes
For staff and students to understand general ergonomic and manual handling principles and develop a safe system of work based on the hierarchy of controls and risk management techniques.
Course Content
- Definition of ergonomics & manual handling
- Musculoskeletal disorders and their causes
- Workplace environment
- How to set up your workstation
- Workstation accessories
- Work organization
- Basic Exercises
- Where to get help
Learning Approach
Lecture format reinforcing through the use of examples and discussion of local manual handling issues.
Handouts and Materials
- Computer Users Guide
- Movesmart Pamphlet
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