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Oct 1996 p 10 12 by permission By Dennis R Ankrum CIE Ankrum Associates A data entry clerk is comfortable with the monitor about 30 inches from his eyes The companys ergonomic guidelines however say viewing distance should be from 18 to 24 inches A m. It also provides guidance on where to source further information It is not within the bounds of this guidance to discuss in detail all the main aspects of knowledge in the field of Ergonomics However efforts will be made to give the reader an unders Dr Richard Graveling FIEHF. Principal Ergonomics Consultant. IOM, Edinburgh. Ergonomics – What Works?. Brief overview of . E. rgonomics. Comments on two Cochrane reviews. Exploration of what works in Ergonomics. : How to Protect Yourself from Strain and Pain . Why computer ergonomics?.  . Many people spend hours a day in front of a computer without thinking about the impact on their bodies. . They . physically stress their bodies daily without realizing it by extending their wrists, slouching, sitting without foot support and straining to look at poorly placed monitors.. MSC, MPH, BA. 1. 14/03/2016. Session Objectives. You will be able to:. Understand the principles of ergonomics. Recognize the risk factors, signs, and symptoms of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Understand a program for identifying, reporting, and controlling MSDs. A public service . of. The Unified Virginia Chiropractic Association. in association with A Trusted Voice. Presented by:. Your Doctor of Chiropractic. ERGONOMICS. Today’s Agenda:. Ergonomics: What is it?. DRIVING Ergonomics. Presented by:. Ginger E. Dorsey. APHIS Ergonomics Program Manager. APHIS Ergonomics Program. creating healthy workspaces. through. healthy work habits. Ergonomics. Definition: Fitting the job to the worker.. DRIVING Ergonomics. Presented by:. Ginger E. Dorsey. APHIS Ergonomics Program Manager. APHIS Ergonomics Program. creating healthy workspaces. through. healthy work habits. Ergonomics. Definition: Fitting the job to the worker.. Safety Moments Topic: Material Handling, Ergonomics, Lifting, Ladders A Safety Moment is a brief safety talk about a specific subject at the beginning of a meeting or shift. Also known as safety minutes or safety chats, these talks can be done in a variety of ways, but are typically a brief (2-5 minute) discussion on a safety related topic. They can cover a variety of safety topics and remind employees of the importance of being safe; at work, at home and in all aspects of our lives. Presented . by:. Ginger . Edgecombe Dorsey, . Ph.D.. APHIS Ergonomics Program Manager. Ergonomics. Definition: Fitting the job to the worker.. Goals:. Work in neutral postures (i.e. the position that requires the least amount of muscle force and allows maximal room for blood flow).. Ginger . Edgecombe Dorsey, . Ph.D.. APHIS Ergonomics Program Manager. Ergonomics. Definition: Fitting the job to the worker.. Goals:. Work in neutral postures.. Seeks to improve the interaction between humans and the machines & tools they use to perform their work.. 1. Or e-mail to info@us-ergo.com. Table of Contents:. Office Ergonomics. . Office Ergonomics: . Awareness . Training & . . . Personal Workstation Adjustment Page 2. Office Ergonomics: . Describe the study and goals of occupational ergonomics.. Identify . the signs and symptoms of musculoskeletal injuries.. Recognize . and describe the different types of common musculoskeletal injuries and illnesses.. Job Accommodation Network (JAN) Accommodation and Compliance webcast Series. Lisa Mathess, Lead Consultant, SHRM-CP, and Matthew McCord, Senior Consultant, CRC. JAN . is funded by a contract with the Office of Disability Employment Policy, U.S. Department of Labor.. Today’s agenda. Learn what ergonomics is and why it’s important at TXM-Tracy Everson. Be able to detect early symptoms of problems. Have a list of comfort tips and quick fixes to implement on your own.