Ergonomics Training
EHS0059- Ergonomics Self-assessment for Computer Users
- Required training for employees who works 4 or > hours on the computer
- Web-based self-evaluation of postures and work habits (45 minute course)
- Includes training on good posture techniques and rest breaks
- Provides individual risk profile (high/moderate/low) and recommendations to improve your ergonomics
- Available on A-Z Index under “E”, Ergonomics Self-Assessment or on the EHS Training website under JHA & EHS Training/Online Courses
EHS0058- Ergonomics Self-assessment “Refresher”
- After completing EHS0059 self-assessment & training, EHS0058, the “refresher” is required annually
- A 10-minute self-assessment of postures and habits that does not include ergo training
- Provides individual risk profile and recommendations to improve your ergonomics
- Available on A-Z Index under Ergonomics Self-Assessment or on the EHS Website home page under JHA & EHS Training/Online Courses
EHS0022- Ergonomics Training for Supervisors
- Required training for all Supervisors who manage staff who use computers
- One hour classroom training that covers LBNL ergonomics policies, programs and resources and how to work with their employees to minimize work-related injuries
- Available on EH&S Website home page under JHA & EHS Training/Classroom Courses/Training Enrollment
EHS0062- WorkSmart Ergonomics
- Required training for all employees who regularly lift items of 20 pounds or more on the job
- One hour course on manual handling/lifting techniques and body mechanics to avoid work-related injuries.
- Available on EH&S Website home page under JHA & EHS Training/Classroom Courses/Training Enrollment
Custom Ergonomics Workshops
- Custom training on topics such as Manual Handling, Hand Tools, Lab Ergo & Pipette Use can be scheduled for individual groups at their work site
- Available by contacting Ergo Team x5818 or Ergo@lbl.gov with your individual training requirements
1 Minute 4 Safety Slides
- A single slide format that offers helpful tools & techniques covering a range of topics to improve your ergonomics,
i.e., laptop use, mouse use, monitor placement, arm support, rest breaks and managing your work load
- Available on EH& S Website home page under Quick Links / 1 Minute 4 Safety / Ergonomics
Speech Recognition Training
- EH&S offers orientation to Speech Recognition software (e.g., NaturallySpeaking) for employees using Windows computers. Further training is essential for productive use of this software, and is available from outside vendors.
