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Office Ergonomics
e-Learning course now available!

Course Description

CCOHS’ Office Ergonomics e-learning course provides a practical introduction to Office Ergonomics. The course deals specifically with problems and injuries related to the use of computers and other office equipment.

The goal of the course is to provide you with the knowledge to help find solutions to ergonomic issues in your workplace.



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Also available in French

Topics include:

  • Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WMSD)
  • Ergonomic Risks
  • Stages of WMSD
  • Applying ergonomics to components of the Office Environment
  • The Workstation and the Worker
  • Exercises
  • References, quizzes and an exam to test participants’ knowledge

Upon completion of this course you will be able to :

  • Recognize the early signs of discomfort that can arise while working with office equipment
  • Learn the factors responsible for such discomfort
  • Participate in assessing, controlling and preventing Ergonomic problems and injuries

Average time to complete this course is 40 - 60 minutes.


Target Audience

  • Workers and supervisors, whether experienced or new to modern office work
  • Health and Safety Professionals
  • Human Resource Experts

Prerequisite

Prior technical knowledge of health and safety is not a requirement. However, familiarity with workplace processes and practices is helpful.

Delivery Options

This course is delivered as an on-line e-learning course. All you need is a computer, access to the Internet - and you are ready to go! This e-learning course lets you learn at your own pace and in your own environment at your convenience.

Pricing

Single User (90 days access) - $80

Multi-user License (1 year access) - based on single user seat price the following multi-user discounts apply:

Multi-user Discounts
Total SeatsDiscount
5-9   20%
10-24   30%
25-49   40%
50-199   50%
200-500   60%
Want more than 500 seats? Contact CCOHS Client Services
Discounts are calculated automatically when registering online.
Read more about License Options.

Registration

Registration for this course is provided online, or by contacting Client Services or calling 1-800-668-4284.


Review Process

Every e-course produced by CCOHS is reviewed by expert representatives from government, employers, and labour for technical accuracy and readability.


VuBiz Partnership

We partnered with Vubiz - an international leader in e-learning development - to create this e-course.

Vubiz offers other related e-learning courses that may also be of interest to you. Read about them in the Vubiz Catalogue of e-learning courses.

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