Apprenticeship program resources: Ergonomics
These resources are directly aligned to learning competencies defined by the Industry Training Authority (ITA) for various apprenticeable trades. For more information and resources on these topics, please visit the Health & Safety section of this website.
Click on the links below to access the relevant ergonomic health and safety resources.
Resources
Lift/Lower Calculator
This calculator takes into account some common risk factors and then helps you estimate whether a lift has a low, moderate, or high risk of injury.
Back Talk: An Owner's Manual for Backs
This manual will help you understand your back. It will show you how to take care of yourself when you experience episodes of back pain. The illustrations, and clarification to the exercises provided will...
Musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs)
Describes how PPE can help prevent MSIs.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that interfers with the use of the hand. It is caused when pressure is pit on a nerve that runs through the wrist. This animation explores the structure of the wrist...