Upper Limb Disorder Awareness Course

Overview

The course is designed to provide current information on issues associated with upper limb disorders. An Ergonomic approach is used to highlight the root cause of many accidents and incidents, 95% of which are claimed to be attributable to human error.

Demonstrations of mismatches between humans and their

environment are highlighted. Practical advice and guidance on job, workstation,

equipment, environment and posture design is provided.

Agenda

Health and Safety Law in the UK
Duties of employers
Ergonomics (static versus dynamic tasks)
Tendonitis and Tenosynovitis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Back, neck and shoulder problems
Workstation design
Job design control
Posture control