VDU & Ergonomics Assessor Course

VDU & Ergonomics Assessor Course

Course Background:

This course is essential for all personnel responsible for VDU assessments in their workplace. In order to complete these assessments they must have reached a certain level of competence. This course will equip them with the relevant knowledge and skills needed to complete these assessments.

Course Content:

• Introduction
• Ergonomics and anthropometrics
• An introduction to the relationships between the individual, the task, the environment and the work equipment
• Legal requirements
• Discussion on Irish and European legislation pertaining to VDU
• Perceived and real hazards of VDU work
• Controversial topics ranging from alleged reproductive hazards to radioactive emissions, which have been associated with VDU, will be addressed. Recent studies and their results will also be examined
• Principles and aims of assessment
• Assessment techniques

Learning Outcomes:

• Understanding the requirements of the General Application Regulations 2007
• Understanding the factors that constitute an assessment
• Understanding ergonomic factors and VDU workstation layout
• Appreciating the postural implications of VDU workstations
• The knowledge to carry out VDU workstation assessments and advise operators

This Course is Designed For:

All managers, supervisors or office personnel responsible for VDU operations and workstations.

Training Methodology:

Classroom based and where possible practical demonstration to reinforce learning.

What to bring along to the Course:

There are no requirements for this course.