Applied Office Ergonomics: Assessment Tools and Training Methods

AIE Seminar
1-Day Seminar - 2008 Schedule
October 9  Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
October 16  Orange, CA
November 13  Ann Arbor, MI

Many companies struggle with how to provide a safe, comfortable, and productive work environment for their associates. This one-day course introduces practical assessment tools for the office workstation and provides a solution matrix for typical office challenges, and includes a section on how to deliver high-impact, basic ergonomic awareness training in your office environment. Capability in both content and presentation style is emphasized. This course is offered in conjunction with Applied Industrial Ergonomics in some cities.


Attendees Will Learn To:

  • Identify their roles and the roles of their associates in a successful, proactive ergonomics initiative
  • Understand the origin of common work-related discomfort and injuries
  • Recognize and prioritize office equipment challenges, and select appropriate office equipment and accessories to address those challenges
  • Conduct basic office ergonomics awareness training programs emphasizing simple, common-sense principles
  • Cost justify capital expenditures for workstation and equipment improvements

Who Should Attend

Those interested in improving health and safety and productivity in the office will benefit from attending this program, including:
  • Health and Safety staff
  • Ergonomics committee members
  • Facilities professionals
  • Human Resources staff and corporate trainers

Ten Reasons Why You Should Attend

  1. Ergonomic improvements increase productivity.
  2. You will be able to resolve office ergonomics problems quickly and easily.
  3. You will be able to project the cost savings of ergonomic improvements.
  4. Checklists and guidelines make it simple to avoid common office ergonomics problems.
  5. You will have information at your fingertips to make immediate improvements for computer users who are experiencing discomfort.
  6. Spend less time and get more information when you do office ergonomics assessments.
  7. Humantech's experienced, professional trainers have provided human performance solutions for thousands of companies in virtually every industry.
  8. This seminar will give you extensive opportunities to apply your newly acquired knowledge and skills.
  9. You’ll receive a 10% discount on Ergonomics for the Office Pocket Primers for your associates.
  10. Your satisfaction is guaranteed!
Course Agenda
8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Check-in with Continental Breakfast

8:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.


8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Overview of Office Ergonomics
  • Establish goals and objectives
  • Understanding ergonomics and how it relates to the office
9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
The "office athlete"
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders
  • What are WMSDs?
  • How are they developed?
  • How can they be prevented?
10:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Break
10:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Identifying Ergonomic Challenges
  • How do I know if there is a problem?
  • What tools can I use?
  • When do I use them?
Setting Up an Office Workstation
  • Understanding the Office ABC's
  • Environmental Concerns
11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Networking Lunch

12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.


12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Selecting Office Equipment
  • Chair
  • Workstation
  • Keyboard / Keyboard Tray
  • Input Device
  • Monitor
  • Telephone / Headset
  • Accessories
1:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. Break
1:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Train-the-Trainer session
  • Content & presentation skills
  • Overview of Office Ergo, WMSD's and Setting Up and Office Workstation
  • Instructor feedback
  • Mix of full class & small group rehearsal
4:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Questions and Wrap-up
Continuing Education Credits

This course is approved for points through the American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH) and meets the criteria for Board Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) points. Each attendee receives a certificate of completion at the end of the course.

Course Tuition and Payment Method
$475 per person - Applied Office (1 Days)
$1095 per person - Applied Industrial Ergonomics and Applied Office Ergonomics (3 Days)

All checks should be made payable to Humantech in U.S. funds. Or use your American Express, MasterCard, or Visa. Registration and payment must be made before the program date to guarantee attendance.

Cancellations: If you must cancel your registration, please contact Humantech with a written notice at least five business days prior to the seminar for a full refund. Substitutions may be arranged at any time.

To Register
Or
Call the Humantech workshop coordinator at (734) 663-3330 ext. 222, Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. EST
Or
Fax a completed registration form to (734) 663-7747
Or
Mail a completed registration form to:
Humantech, Inc., 1161 Oak Valley Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, Attn: Seminar Coordinator
Seminar Location and Lodging
October 9 Dallas/Fort Worth, TX:
The Historic Stockyards Hotel
109 East Exchange Ave.
Fort Worth, TX 76106

Lodging/Transportation:

Reservations: (817) 625-6427
Please reference Humantech to obtain the group room rate. Step back in time by stepping into the Stockyards Hotel, the shining star of the Stockyards National Historic District in Fort Worth, Texas is located 35 minutes from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport or 10 minutes from Meacham Field (Municipal Airport).
October 16 Orange County, CA:
Ayres Inn Orange/Anaheim
3737 W. Chapman Ave.
Orange, CA 92868

Lodging/Transportation:

Reservations: 714.978.9168
Please reference Humantech to obtain the group room rate. Just off Interstate 5, the Ayres Inn Orange is just minutes from a seemingly endless list of top attractions and business venues.
November 13 Ann Arbor, MI:
Humantech Corporate Office
1161 Oak Valley Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48108

Lodging/Transportation:

Humantech's corporate office is just 15 miles west of Detroit Metropolitan Airport. There are many nearby hotels. For a complete list, visit our nearby hotels. Select Ride offers a shuttle to Ann Arbor hotels. To schedule a ride, call (866) 663-8898.
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