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Course #1169
Positioning Yourself for Success: The Basics of Office and Workplace Ergonomics

Registration Fee: This course is included in your $99 annual Professional Subscription.

CEUs/PDUs Offered: AOTA/0.1 Introductory, Category 1: Domain of OT - Activity Demands; NBCOT/1.25 Beginner

Course Abstract

Whether returning an injured worker to the workplace or keeping someone at their current job, proper positioning, education, and the proper use of tools and equipment through ergonomics is key to prolonging employment. Learn the underlying causes of injuries and how to apply body mechanics and ergonomic principles to benefit the entire workplace, from office to factory.

Course Learning Outcomes Preview Exam

After this course, participants will be able to identify the 5 “E’s” of Ergonomics.
After this course, participants will be able to identify 4 basic ergonomic principles to use in the work place.
After this course, participants will be able to list 5 postures for desk workstations.
After this course, participants will be able to identify principles for preventing back problems.
After this course, participants will be able to list 5 stretches to perform at the office to decrease fatigue and help to prevent injuries.

Time-ordered Agenda

0-10 Minutes	Introduction
10-50 Minutes	Principles of Ergonomics and application
50-60 Minutes	Conclusions and Question and Answer

Average Rating (1 Reviews)

Review by: Member on Wed Feb 22 2012

The course contained good reminders to improve work performance.

Course Information

This is an audio recording of a live session.

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Course Presenter

Amy Smith, OTR/L, CEAS, OTPP

Amy graduated from Eastern Michigan University in 1986 with a B.S. in Occupational Therapy. Amy has practiced OT in the Akron area for over 24 years, with a major focus on rehabilitation, both inpatient and outpatient, treating a wide variety of diagnoses. For the past 8 years she has worked independently providing transitional work/on-site therapy to injured workers, including ergonomic assessments, functional capacity evaluations, and functional job analysis.

Continuing Education Information

CEUs/PDUs Offered: AOTA/0.1 Introductory, Category 1: Domain of OT - Activity Demands; NBCOT/1.25 Beginner

Passing an online exam will be required to earn continuing education credit.

Please note: CEU tests must be passed within 30 days of the event.

To participate in the course, complete the CEU exam and earn continuing education credit, you must be a Professional Subscriber.

OccupationalTherapy.com is an approved CE provider by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). This course is offered for 0.1 CEUs. Courses approved by AOTA are accepted by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certificate Renewal program. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy

OccupationalTherapy.com is a NBCOT Professional Development Provider. This course is offered for 1.25 NBCOT PDUs.

If you have any technical questions or problems related to this course,
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