Ergonomics and Manual Handling in the Workplace
Course overview
Musculoskeletal disorders account for a large share of lost time across many industries. This course shows how to assess and improve workstations, tasks, and manual handling to reduce strain and injury. Delegates learn practical assessment tools and low cost design improvements.
What you will gain
- Recognise the causes of musculoskeletal injury
- Assess manual handling tasks using recognised tools
- Evaluate workstation and display screen setups
- Redesign tasks to reduce physical load
- Advise on safe lifting and posture
- Build an ergonomics improvement programme
Who should attend
- HSE officers
- Occupational health staff
- Supervisors and team leaders
- Human resources professionals
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 to 15 Dec 2026 | Pretoria | 2 Days | R10,000 | Book |
| 12 to 13 Apr 2027 | Dubai | 2 Days | US$1,100 | Book |
| 9 to 10 Aug 2027 | London | 2 Days | US$1,100 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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