Ergonomics Training for Construction Workers

Construction is a physically demanding and potentially hazardous profession. Many construction tasks involve ergonomic risks that can result in injury, including lifting, pushing, pulling, bending and handling heavy loads. Injuries that can cause temporary or permanent disability can include back problems, carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis, rotator cuff tears, sprains, and strains.

An ergonomics program can reduce injuries, improve worker morale, and lower workers’ compensation costs. Educating your employees on how to protect themselves will keep your people working and protect your bottom line.

Construction Ergonomics Training Includes:

• Introduction to ergonomics
• Review of recent injuries
• What causes on-the-job injuries
• Positioning your body to safely and efficiently perform tasks
• Identifying and mitigating potential hazards at the job site
• Tool and equipment selection and proper use

Ergonomic Construction Site Assessment

An objective third-party assessment of your worksite can help your people work safer and more productively. People working from day to day can overlook potentially problematic systems and processes because they become naturally familiar with their environment. Simple conversations about how tasks are performed can lead to positive changes in task/procedures.

An ergonomics review conducted by an experienced professional would help identify potential risks and hazards that could lead to injuries.

Ergonomics Construction Site Assessments Address:

• Workflow
• Storage of materials
• Tools and equipment
• Work posture
• Best practices
• Recommendations for improvement