Medical Ergonomics Online Training
Our Medical Ergonomics Training Course teaches healthcare workers to identify and address common ergonomic risk factors. Enroll today!
- This course is OSHA-aligned to meet current standards
- Access your course 24/7, from any mobile device
- Receive your certificate immediately after finishing course
Duration: 1.5 Hour(s)
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About This Course
Healthcare workers frequently perform tasks that involve lifting patients, moving equipment, and maintaining awkward postures. These activities can lead to musculoskeletal injuries like strains and sprains. Ergonomics training can help healthcare professionals minimize the risk of these types of work-related injuries
Our course covers proper lifting techniques, body mechanics, and how to set up your workstation to minimize the risk of these injuries. Practice quiz questions will be featured throughout the training to help prepare students for the final exam. Upon completion, a printable certificate will be awarded.
What Standards Does This Course Cover?
This course is aligned with OSHA standard training requirements to cover:
- General Duty Clause 5(a)(1) – “Each employer shall furnish to each of his employees’ employment and a place of employment which are free from serious recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical hard to his employees.”
- OSHA 3182-3R 2009 – Guidelines for Nursing Homes: Ergonomics for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders
Course Facts
What You Get
Printable certificate after completion.
Duration
1.5 Hours
Learning Type
100% online, available 24/7
Course Access
Courses Available 24/7
Course Structure
At your own pace, save progress as you go
Course Updates
Content is updated and current
Topics Covered
- General knowledge
- Office Ergonomics
- Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Awkward Postures
- Investigated Case Studies
What You’ll Learn
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Recognize the importance of medical ergonomics and how it affects you.
- Understand the importance of ergonomics, the risks associated with them, and the need for ergonomics in the workplace.
- Learn the OSHA guidelines for proper workstation posture and conduct.
- Determine safe work practices for handling and performing tasks associated with the healthcare industry.
FAQs
How Long Will It Take to Complete the Course?
Because everyone learns and progresses at different speeds, the amount of time you spend taking this training will vary. However, the estimated time for this training is 60 – 90 min.
Who Should Take This Online Training?
This course is designed for medical employees.
Does This Course Meet OSHA Requirements?
This course is aligned with OSHA standard training requirements to cover:
- General Duty Clause 5(a)(1) – “Each employer shall furnish to each of his employees’ employment and a place of employment which are free from serious recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical hard to his employees.”
- 3182-3R 2009 – Guidelines for Nursing Homes: Ergonomics for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders
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