Introduction to Applied Ergonomics – online (Module 1) and face to face (Module 2)

Course details:

Date: 13/03/23 TBC 

Time: Module 1: 10-15 hours of online learning at your own pace, including a multiple-choice test. Module 1 must be completed prior to attending Module 2: face to face study day in Birmingham, UK – 09:30 until 16:00.

 Cost: ACPOHE Members £TBC

Location: Online (Module 1) and face to face in Birmingham, UK (Module 2)

Course Objectives

On completion of both modules delegates will be able to:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the systems approach to ergonomics
  • Demonstrate an understanding of participative ergonomics
  • Understand the evidence linking work factors and WRMSDs
  • Demonstrate an understanding of anthropometrics in design and be competent in utilising anthropometrics within assessments
  • Undertake a job analysis
  • Feel competent to identify physical ergonomic risk factors in a work setting
  • Utilise ergonomic risk assessment tools
  • Feel competent in making recommendations to reduce identified ergonomic risk
  • Plan an ergonomic assessment of an individual, or small group of people where the risk factors are mainly physical

 

Presenter

Kathy Roberts is a Registered Member of ACPOHE with 25 years’ experience in the field of Occupational Health and Ergonomics and will bring this course to life with case-studies and personal experience.   She is an expert educator and is passionate about supporting physiotherapists to develop their skills and scope of practice in this area.    

 

Cost

For Modules 1 & 2:

ACPOHE Members - £260

Booking is via our Health & Work Learning and Development Hub.

  • 13 March 2023. Booking is coming soon. 
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