RedVector JCOM-00108

Ergonomics for Construction Worksite Safety

Ergonomics for Construction Worksite Safety

0.48 hr. Online Course

Level: Fundamental

Item#: JCOM-00108

SME: Dan Hannan

USD$20.00 InStock 2029-01-01
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This course addresses the prevention of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in construction environments by teaching the science of ergonomics—fitting the workplace to the worker rather than the reverse. Participants will learn to identify different types of MSDs and their symptoms, understand motion-based risk factors and their cumulative effects, recognize physical and psychological workplace risk factors, and implement effective control strategies including engineering controls, administrative controls, and proper lifting techniques. By applying these principles, workers and employers can reduce the incidence of sprains, strains, and chronic pain injuries that constitute the leading cause of recordable workplace injuries in construction settings.
Objectives SME
Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify different types of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and recognize their signs and symptoms
  • Describe motion-based risk factors and explain their cumulative effects on the body
  • Identify physical work environment risk factors that contribute to ergonomic injuries
  • Recognize psychological state and lifestyle risk factors that increase the likelihood of MSDs
  • Apply ergonomic control strategies including engineering controls, administrative controls, and proper lifting techniques to prevent MSDs at work
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Dan Hannan
Dan Hannan is an Environmental, Health and Safety professional of 28 years. Dan is a Certified Safety Professional (CSP), a designation awarded through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals, as well as an OSHA-Authorized Outreach Trainer. Dan’s professional safety career began in 1990 in the public sector working for the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). Over the last 28 years Dan has provided professional EHS services to the oil and gas, construction, manufacturing, and ethanol industries. His work has included project safety management, compliance auditing, risk assessment, training and program development.