Although accidents involving office personnel generally occur less frequently than mishaps to industrial workers, they do still occur and can result in serious injuries and even death. Office safety is the responsibility of everyone. You must understand what you can do to stay safe on the job, and you need to be aware of how to correct unsafe conditions. This course provides information you need to work safely in your office environment. Ideal learners include office, home office and remote workers.
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) account for over 30% of all worker injury and illness cases. Ergonomic injuries cost employers an estimated $15-20 billion in workers' compensation costs annually.
This course is designed for office workers, remote employees, computer users, data entry personnel, assembly line workers, and supervisors responsible for workplace ergonomics.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
While OSHA does not have a specific ergonomics standard, the General Duty Clause (Section 5(a)(1)) requires employers to provide a workplace free from recognized ergonomic hazards. Several states, including California, have specific ergonomics regulations.
This course covers the following OSHA and industry standards:
This course provides a certificate of completion. For the official OSHA (DOL) wallet card required on most job sites, enroll in OSHA 10-Hour ($59) or OSHA 30-Hour (from $159) training.
Finish this 22-minute course at your own pace. Certificate of completion included.
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