Ergonomics for Housekeeping Work 2.0


Overview/Description
Target Audience
Expected Duration
Lesson Objectives
Course Number
Expertise Level



Overview/Description

Ergonomic related injuries, including injuries to the skeleton and muscles, can be painful and debilitating. These types of injuries often affect the neck, back, wrists, and fingers. In this course, you'll learn about ergonomic injuries, and how to recognize signs and symptoms associated with musculoskeletal injuries. You'll also learn how to identify risk factors associated with these injuries and controls to reduce or eliminate hazards. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.



Target Audience
Room attendants, custodians, environmental services, housekeepers, supervisors

Expected Duration (hours)
0.6

Lesson Objectives

Ergonomics for Housekeeping Work 2.0

  • Ergonomics for Housekeeping Work 2.0
  • identify key elements of an ergonomics program to help control the risk of injury
  • Knowledge Check: Controlling Ergonomic Injuries
  • identify risk factors associated with ergonomic injuries
  • Knowledge Check: Risk Factors for Ergonomic Injuries
  • recognize signs and symptoms of injury
  • Knowledge Check: Signs and Symptoms of Injuries
  • identify work methods for reducing the risk of ergonomic injuries
  • Knowledge Check: Work Methods to Reduce Risk Factors
  • identify individual preventative measures to stay healthy and injury free
  • Knowledge Check: Individual Preventative Measures
  • Course Number:
    ehs_hsf_d15_sh_enus

    Expertise Level
    Everyone