Office Ergonomics for California (US)

 Define ergonomics;

 Recognize work habits to break to improve ergonomics

 Identify how to prepare one's body, work area and devices to be more ergonomically correct

 Recall strategies to improve ergonomics in work areas

 Recall California requirements for workplace ergonomics programs

If you have ever sat at a computer for hours at a time, you may have experienced pain from sitting too long, numb limbs from poor circulation, and eye strain. This course will help you identify ways to make your workspace more ergonomically correct so that you can avoid this discomfort and pain. You will learn what the principle of ergonomics is, how to prepare yourself and your work area, and what adjustments you can make to your setup no matter where you work. This course is ideal for anyone who works at a computer in California.

Title 8 of California Code of Regulations, Section 5110: Repetitive Motion Injuries