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Ergonomics Training Course

Ergonomics Training aligned with OSHA Ergonomics Guidelines, NIOSH Lifting Equation, and ISO 11228 standards.

Main Service Location

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Course Title

Ergonomics

Course Duration

1 Day

Training Delivery Method

Classroom (Instructor-Led) or Online (Instructor-Led)

Assessment Criteria

Knowledge Assessment

Service Category

Training, assessment, and certification services.

Service Coverage

In Tamkene Training Center or On-Site: Covering Saudi Arabia (Dammam - Khobar - Dhahran - Jubail - Riyadh - Jeddah - Tabuk - Madinah - NEOM - Qassim - Makkah - Any City in Saudi Arabia) - MENA Region

Course Average Passing Rate

98%

Post Training Reporting 

Post Training Report + Candidate(s) Training Evaluation Forms

Certificate of Successful Completion

Certification is provided upon successful completion. The certificate can be verified through a QR-Code system.

Certification Provider

Tamkene Saudi Training Center - Approved by TVTC (Technical and Vocational Training Corporation)

Certificate Validity

2 Years (Extendable with additional training hours)

Instructors Languages

English / Arabic / Urdu / Hindi

Interactive Learning Methods

2 Years (Extendable with additional training hours)

Training Services Design Methodology

ADDIE Training Design Methodology

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Course Outline

1. Ergonomics Fundamentals and Musculoskeletal Disorder Prevention

  • Ergonomic Principles including (human factors, work design, capability matching, comfort optimization)

  • Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) including (back injuries, repetitive strain injuries, cumulative trauma disorders, nerve entrapment)

  • Risk Factors including (force, repetition, awkward postures, contact stress, vibration, temperature extremes)

  • Regulatory Framework including (OSHA Ergonomics Guidelines, NIOSH recommendations, industry standards, legal requirements)


2. Ergonomic Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

  • Ergonomic Hazards including (lifting hazards, repetitive motions, forceful exertions, awkward postures, contact stress)

  • Risk Assessment methodologies including (observation techniques, measurement tools, assessment checklists, scoring systems)

  • Workplace Analysis including (task analysis, job demands, worker capabilities, environmental factors)

  • Screening Tools including (ergonomic assessment forms, rapid assessment techniques, detailed analysis methods, prioritization systems)


3. Manual Handling and NIOSH Lifting Guidelines

  • NIOSH Lifting Equation including (recommended weight limits, lifting index calculation, multiplier factors, assessment criteria)

  • Safe Lifting Techniques including (body mechanics, lifting zones, team lifting, mechanical aids)

  • Material Handling including (carrying techniques, pushing and pulling, load characteristics, handling frequency)

  • Lifting Aids including (mechanical devices, lifting equipment, conveyor systems, ergonomic tools)


4. Workstation Design and Assessment

  • Computer Workstations including (monitor positioning, keyboard placement, chair adjustment, desk height, lighting)

  • Industrial Workstations including (work surface height, reach zones, tool placement, visual requirements)

  • Workstation Components including (adjustable furniture, ergonomic accessories, support equipment, environmental controls)

  • Assessment Procedures including (measurement techniques, adjustment protocols, comfort evaluation, productivity analysis)


5. Repetitive Motion and Posture Management

  • Repetitive Motion disorders including (carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis, trigger finger, epicondylitis)

  • Posture Assessment including (neutral postures, postural stress, duration factors, recovery time)

  • Work Organization including (task rotation, micro-breaks, stretching programs, workload management)

  • Intervention Strategies including (job redesign, tool modification, technique training, administrative controls)


6. Ergonomic Program Management and Implementation

  • Program Development including (policy creation, resource allocation, training programs, implementation planning)

  • Employee Participation including (involvement strategies, feedback systems, suggestion programs, ergonomic teams)

  • Training and Education including (awareness training, technique instruction, supervisor training, ongoing education)

  • Program Evaluation including (effectiveness measurement, injury tracking, cost-benefit analysis, continuous improvement)

Targeted Audience

  • Safety Officers implementing ergonomic programs

  • Human Resources Personnel managing workplace health

  • Industrial Engineers designing work processes

  • Occupational Health Nurses addressing MSD prevention

  • Supervisors overseeing manual handling operations

  • Facility Managers optimizing workplace design

  • Ergonomic Specialists conducting workplace assessments

  • Training Coordinators developing ergonomic education programs

Knowledge Assessment

  • Ergonomics theory evaluations including (NIOSH Lifting Equation, MSD prevention, risk factor identification)

  • Hazard recognition exercises including (workplace assessment, ergonomic evaluation, risk prioritization)

  • Workstation design assessments including (computer workstation setup, industrial workstation evaluation, adjustment procedures)

  • Program management testing including (implementation planning, training development, evaluation methods, improvement strategies)

Key Learning Objectives

  • Understand ergonomics fundamentals and musculoskeletal disorder prevention principles

  • Implement effective ergonomic hazard identification and risk assessment procedures

  • Apply proper manual handling and NIOSH Lifting Equation techniques

  • Execute comprehensive workstation design and assessment methodologies

  • Develop effective repetitive motion and posture management strategies

  • Apply appropriate ergonomic tool selection and equipment modification procedures

  • Implement ergonomic training and employee education programs

  • Apply ergonomic program management and continuous improvement methodologies

Course Overview

This comprehensive Ergonomics Training course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical skills required for identifying and controlling ergonomic hazards and preventing work-related musculoskeletal disorders in workplace environments. The course covers fundamental ergonomic principles along with hands-on techniques for workstation assessment, lifting techniques, and injury prevention strategies.


Participants will learn to apply OSHA Ergonomics Guidelines, NIOSH Lifting Equation, ISO 11228 Ergonomics Manual Handling, ANSI/HFES 100 Human Factors Engineering, and CSA Z1004 Workplace Ergonomics to ensure comprehensive ergonomic protection and musculoskeletal health. This course combines theoretical ergonomic concepts with practical hands-on training and real-world application scenarios to ensure participants gain valuable skills applicable to their work environment while emphasizing injury prevention and workplace comfort.

Practical Assessment

  • Ergonomic assessment demonstration including (workplace evaluation, measurement techniques, risk scoring, recommendation development)

  • Lifting technique practice including (proper body mechanics, NIOSH calculation, team lifting, mechanical aid usage)

  • Workstation setup exercise including (computer workstation adjustment, tool positioning, environmental optimization)

  • Intervention planning including (job redesign, control measure selection, implementation strategy, effectiveness evaluation)

Why Choose This Course?

  • Essential ergonomic competency and MSD prevention expertise

  • Comprehensive workstation design and assessment training

  • Professional manual handling and lifting technique development

  • Industry-recognized ergonomic program management skills

  • Practical workplace comfort and productivity improvement

Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.

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