Become THE Ergonomic Expert

Name: Become THE Ergonomic Expert
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Computer Based Ergonomic Training for HR Professionals, Physical & Occupational Therapists, and Office Workers

Created byShaul Lent OTR/L, CEAS, MA

Last updated 7/2025

English

What you'll learn

Understand ergonomic risk at the computer
Analyze computer workstations to make customized ergonomic recommendations.
Understand the purpose and benefits/concerns of specific ergonomic products
Make computer based ergonomic product, environmental, body mechanic, and stretching recommendations.
Put knowledge into practice with case studies.

Course content

10 sections • 72 lectures • 3h 9m total length

My Background0:49
Welcome1:32
What is Computer Ergonomics?3:07
Ergonomic Statistics0:48
The 4 Ergonomic Risk Factors1:35
In this lesson, we discuss four ergonomic risk factors that you should look for during each assessment. We will discuss these four risk factors in greater detail throughout the course.
The 4 Risk Factors_Resource0:04

Why do an Ergonomic Assessment?2:12
MSD’s3:42
OSHA 300, 300A, & 301 Forms3:06
D2 Checklist (OSHA) Download0:15
Please download the D2 checklist. The D2 checklist allows you to identify specific computer based ergonomic problems. Is the monitor directly in front of the employee? Can the person type with their shoulders relaxed? The D2 checklist can help you identify how each limb is or is not working in neutral posture.
D2 Checklist (OSHA)2:05
Debbi’s Story: D2 Checklist Case Study

Onsite Assessment Template Download0:17
What is the On-site Assessment?1:44
On-site Assessment Slides9:44
Determining Eye Dominance2:30
On-site Chair Analysis & Recommendations2:47
Ergonomic Keyboard2:32
Ergonomic Mice1:09
Students will learn two benefits to using a ergonomic vertical mouse while demonstrating the evoluent vertical mouse.
Environmental Recommendations #10:38
Environmental Recommendations #20:29
On-site Assessment Template Lecture7:51
Onsite Assessment Quiz
On-site Prep1:32
Sara's Onsite Assessment Example

The Decision Making Process4:30
Product Recommendations Introduction0:40
Contour unimouse1:36
Contour Rollermouse1:33
Contour Rollermouse attachments1:29
Logitech Mouse, M7050:36
DXT Mouse2:48
Evoluent Mouse, Vertical1:13
Ergocentric Aircentric Chair4:27
Seat cushion2:12
Kinesis Keyboard2:18
Goldtouch keyboard #12:50
Goldtouch keyboard #20:40
Standing Desk Converter3:33
Sit-Stand Desk5:12
In this lecture, we take a look at why you may recommend a sit-stand desk AKA standing desk. We take a look at whether an employee 1) needs a standing desk, 2) wants a standing desk, or 3) if we should be concerned about recommending a standing desk.

Desk base/legs: Hat Concept
Table top: Desk makers
Chair: Humanscale freedom
Monitor arm: grandstand
Keyboard trays?0:52
Standup Desk Store Keyboard Tray2:09
Lumbar Supports & Cushions1:42
Laptops & Stands1:43
Looking at the contour laptop stand. How can this product help? Understand how to properly use it.
Vu Ryte Risers0:49
Risers vs. Laptop Stand?1:54
Monitor Arm3:29
In this lecture, we review how a monitor arm can help.
Some concern when recommending a monitor arm include:
1) VESA compliant monitor
2) monitor weight
3) grommet vs. clamp mount

Desk Base/legs: Hat Concept
Table top: Desk makers
Chair: Humanscale freedom
Monitor arm: grandstand
Rests, Gimars0:37
Footrests, Amazon Basics1:32
Case Study: Wendy's Story Part I

Ergonomic Product Vendors2:06
In this lecture, we discuss who to go to when you want to order and install ergonomic products. Joe Oliveri of PerfectFit Ergonomics describes how his company installs keyboard trays, standing desks, and monitor arms while being mindful of individual circumstances and room aesthetics. Please reach out to Joe or any other third party ergonomic product vendor for any installation questions. For more information about product vendors, please see download the product vendor pdf in the resource section.
Product Considerations Part 14:11
This lecture will go into further depth about ergonomic products and how to go about choosing the right one. We will review some of the benefits of each product as well as introduce students to product specific concerns to consider before making a recommendation.
Product Considerations Part 26:03
Product Considerations Part 32:35
Ergo Product Quiz

Requirements

No course requirements. Beginners are welcome.

Description

In this course, students will learn how to reduce workers comp claims for employees working at their computer. Whether you're a new HR grad, therapist, or beginner interested in learning how to prevent pain at the computer, taking this course will establish you as the go-to ergonomic expert. You will be able to help employees comfortably return to work after injury, reduce office discomfort, and prevent claims from occurring in the first place. Students will learn the basics of COMPUTER BASED ergonomics. With our case-study assignments and motivating quizzes, students will learn how to identify ergonomic problems, how to make appropriate ergonomic product recommendations, and how to integrate strategies to maximize wellness. You will learn, for example, what mouse to recommend for an employee returning to work after a wrist injury, what posture should employees sit in to avoid down the road health problems, and what stretches can counteract the affects of long-term sitting. Students who take this course can help a company:

Become B-certified
Reduce employee turnover, absenteeism, and inefficiency
Lower workers comp costs

Anyone is welcome to this course. You do not need any prior knowledge or experience.

P.S. Here are some topics we’ll go over in the course:

OSHA Office Ergonomic Tests
Standing Desks
Vertical Mice
Ergonomic Chairs and Keyboards
Preventing Eye Strain
Neck, Back, Shoulder, Wrist, & Thigh Stretches
Writing an Ergonomic Report

This class is for you if:

You're an HR or safety specialist interested in improving office wellness
A physical therapist, occupational therapist, or chiropractor looking to expand your ergonomic knowledge
An administrator interested in promoting wellness and ergonomics in the office
Just someone who wants to learn how to improve health while sitting at a computer

If you fit into any of these descriptions, this course is for you!

Who this course is for:

HR Specialists
Physical Therapists
Occupational Therapists
Chiropractors
Safety Specialist
Loss control agents
Office Managers
People Specialist
Office Administrators
Anyone with an interest in Preventing Workplace Discomfort

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Course content

Introduction6 lectures • 8min

Poor Posture Vs. Neutral Posture2 lectures • 10min

OSHA Forms5 lectures • 11min

Onsite Assessment11 lectures • 31min

Intro to Ergonomic Products24 lectures • 50min

Choosing the Right Ergonomic Products4 lectures • 15min

Reducing Eye Strain3 lectures • 9min

Ergonomic Stretching13 lectures • 23min

Putting it All Together3 lectures • 7min

Conclusion1 lecture • 1min

Requirements

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