Ergonomics Tutorial Guidelines

Tutorial Overview

This tutorial is set up so you can move through the different sections in the way you’re most comfortable. If you choose to review the information sequentially, simply click on the “Next” command after reviewing each screen. Otherwise, if you choose to jump around the sections, click on “Home” after completing the screen and this will take you back to this table of contents screen.

What is Ergonomics?

What are Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)?

What are the Signs and Syptoms of MSDs?

What are the Risk Factors Associated With MSDs?

What You can Do to Reduce Your Risk Potential

Standing Postures

Work Organization

Lifting and Carrying

Additional Tips for Working Comfortably

Additional Resources