By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

• Identify common ergonomic risks arising from workstation design, posture, manual handling and workplace conditions.
• Evaluate how poor workstation design can contribute to fatigue, errors, injuries and productivity losses.
• Apply practical principles to improve workstation layout, seating, lighting and working posture.
• Identify opportunities to improve manual material handling and workplace storage using appropriate manual or mechanical aids.
• Recognise basic safety considerations related to machinery, guarding and workplace equipment.
• Recommend practical, cost-effective ergonomic improvements that can be implemented in both SME and MNC environment.
• Link ergonomic improvement with productivity, quality, employee performance and continuous improvement.

Module 1 — Ergonomics as a Business Performance Tool

• What is workplace ergonomics?
• Ergonomics vs. workplace safety
• Common ergonomic risks in office, factory, warehouse and production environment
• The business impact of poor ergonomics: fatigue, errors, downtime, absenteeism and productivity
• Identifying ergonomic improvement opportunities

Module 2 — Ergonomic Workstation Design

• Understanding the anatomy of an effective workstation
• Workstation layout and accessibility
• Seating and posture principles
• Curve Tracking & Seat Back practical exercises
• Designing workstations for different tasks and employee needs
• Practical workstation assessment

Module 3 — Manual Handling & Material Flow

• Common risks from lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling
• Good manual handling practices
• Selecting appropriate manual and mechanical handling aids
• Workplace storage and material arrangement
• Reducing unnecessary movement and physical strain
• Applying WISE principles to workplace organisation

Module 4 — Lighting, Visibility & Human Performance

• How workplace lighting affects productivity and quality
• Identifying inadequate lighting conditions
• Three key principles of effective workplace lighting
• Adequate Light practical exercise
• Improving visibility without unnecessary cost

Module 5 — Machinery, Equipment & Ergonomic Safety

• Basic principles of machine guarding
• Feeder and holding equipment
• Risks associated with unsafe machine use
• Human-machine interaction
• Paper Folding practical exercise
• Identifying opportunities for safer and more efficient machine operation

Module 6 — From Ergonomic Risk to Workplace Improvement

• Assess → Identify → Prioritise → Improve
• Practical workplace ergonomic assessment
• Low-cost vs. higher-investment improvements
• Connecting ergonomics to productivity, quality and operational performance
• Developing an Ergonomic Improvement Action Plan

This training is suitable for employees and professionals who are exposed to ergonomic risks or are responsible for workplace safety and employee wellbeing, including:

• Production and manufacturing workers
• Warehouse and logistics personnel
• Office and administrative staff
• Supervisors and team leaders
• Safety and Health Officers / OSH personnel
• HR and People Management personnel
• Engineers and process improvement teams
• Maintenance technicians
• Healthcare workers
• Construction workers
• Retail and hospitality employees
• Managers and employers responsible for workplace safety

The training is particularly recommended for employees involved in repetitive work, manual handling, prolonged sitting or standing, awkward postures, lifting, pushing, pulling, or tasks involving physical strain.

1 day 

• Learn how to identify ergonomic hazards and risks in the workplace.
• Understand how poor posture and improper work practices can lead to musculoskeletal disorders and workplace injuries.
• Learn practical techniques for safe lifting, manual handling, posture and movement.
• Improve workstation and workplace ergonomics for greater comfort and efficiency.
• Reduce the risk of work-related injuries, fatigue and employee discomfort.
• Learn how to conduct basic ergonomic risk assessments.
• Discover practical engineering and administrative controls to reduce ergonomic risks.
• Improve employee productivity, comfort and overall workplace wellbeing.
• Help your organisation build a safer, healthier and more productive workplace.
• Apply the knowledge immediately through practical workplace examples and exercises.

RM5000 + 8% SST / 30 pax / day 

Yes, we are a HRDC-registered training provider. 

• Understand the fundamentals of workplace ergonomics and its importance.
• Identify common ergonomic hazards and risk factors in different work environments.
• Recognise the causes and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
• Learn proper posture, movement and body mechanics.
• Apply safe techniques for lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling.
• Learn how to assess and improve office and workstation ergonomics.
• Understand how to perform a basic Ergonomic Risk Assessment (ERA).
• Learn practical methods to control and reduce ergonomic risks.
• Identify opportunities to improve workstation design and work processes.
• Apply ergonomic principles to improve employee comfort, safety and productivity.
• Develop practical skills to identify and recommend workplace ergonomic improvements.

Inclusive: e-training manual and e-certificate

Exclusive: food, training room and out of Klang Valley traveling allowance 

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