Certificate in Practical Ergonomics

November 4th – 8th 2019

For professionals who need to develop their understanding of, and competence in, the practical application of ergonomics in the workplace, from risk assessment to accident investigation.

This 5 day course, delivered by Ita Leyden BE, M.Sc, C.Eng, C.MIOSH, Consultant Ergonomist and Forensic Engineer, will give delegates the practical tools and knowledge to assess ergonomic risks – reducing absenteeism due to musculoskeletal disorders and increasing productivity by optimising human performance.

Module 1: Principles of Ergonomics
Module 2: Human Capabilities Physical
Module 3: Human Capabilities Cognitive
Module 4: Human Capabilities Organisational
Module 5: Ergonomic Assessment Tools
Module 6: Ergonomic Assessment Tools
Module 7: Design Interventions for Industry Settings
Module 8: Design Interventions for Office Settings
Module 9: Implementing Improvement Programmes

On completion of the course delegates will:

• Be confident in how they can conduct a simple ergonomics survey
• Be armed with tools and techniques for evaluating the way people work
• Be able to apply ergonomics principles and assimilate these into prevailing policies and procedures
• Understand how to manage risks and realise the reasons that lead to the development of musculoskeletal injuries
• Work as part of an ergonomics improvement team which will safeguard better ergonomics throughout the workplace
• Be qualified as a VDU Assessor in office based work station assessments

Certified by LCE – Ireland’s recognised experts in the field of human factors and ergonomics. 

Each participant will receive an LCE Certificate of completion awarded on successful completion of course. 

€1,695.00

Bookings or further info: info@LCE.ie / 051 364344