Applied Office Ergonomics: Assessment Tools and Training Methods

AIE Seminar
1-Day Seminar - 2009 Fall Schedule
October 1   Ann Arbor, MI
October 15  Newport Beach, CA
November 5  Houston, TX

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. - 8:15 a.m.
Check-in with Continental Breakfast

8:15 a.m. - Noon


Overview of Office Ergonomics
  • Establish goals and objectives
  • Understanding ergonomics and how it relates to the office
  • Impact of the aging workforce
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders
  • Common WMSDs in the office environment
  • Signs and symptoms
  • Prevention strategies
  • Physiology of aging (hearing, vision, cognitive)
Identifying Ergonomic Challenges
  • Recognizing issues in the office
  • Tracking and prioritizing ergonomic risk
  • Improvement strategies
Setting Up Out-of-Office Workstation
  • Considerations for remote, satellite, and mobile workers
  • Developing strategies for laptop use
Setting Up an Office Workstation
  • Understanding the Office ABC's
  • Environmental Concerns
12:00 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Networking Lunch

12:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.


Selecting Office Equipment
  • Key design guidelines
    • Chair
    • Workstation
    • Keyboard / Keyboard Tray
    • Input Device
    • Monitor
    • Telephone / Headset
    • Accessories
  • Review and discussion of products
Managing an Office Ergonomics Process
  • Role-playing common scenarios
  • Sharing successes and key learnings
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
$495 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 1 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.
October 15 Newport Beach, CA:
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
1107 Jamboree Road,
Newport Beach, California 92660

Lodging/Transportation:

Reservations: (949) 729-1234

Please reference Humantech to obtain the group room rate. The hotel is located 10 minutes from the Orange County/John Wayne Airport. Complimentary shuttle service is offered to/from the airport as well as several other popular area destinations.
November 5 Houston, TX:
Houston Engineering & Scientific Society
15430 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, TX 77056

Lodging/Transportation:

JW Marriott Hotel Houston
5150 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, TX 77056

Direct to hotel: (713) 961-1500

Reservations: (800) 228-9290 - Please reference Humantech to obtain the room rate.

The Houston Engineering & Scientific Society and the JW Marriott Hotel are conveniently located in the Galleria area of Houston. The hotel offers a complimentary local shuttle, on a first come basis.
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