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In the Fall 2001, the
Occupational Ergonomics Concentration was initiated within the Masters
of Public Health (MPH) Program at the Uniformed Services University of
the Health Sciences (USUHS). Its mission is to provide specialty
training for officers in all service branches in the critical areas of
injury prevention and occupational ergonomics, and focuses on training
students to address the public health concerns raised by workplace
injuries and associated costs. In addition to the core courses and
requirements for the MPH degree, the specialty track offers coursework
in Occupational Ergonomics, Human Factors Engineering, Safety
Engineering, Work Analysis Methods and Injury Prevention. |
In the Fall 2001, the
Occupational Ergonomics Concentration was initiated within the Masters
of Public Health (MPH) Program at the Uniformed Services University of
the Health Sciences (USUHS). Its mission is to provide specialty
training for officers in all service branches in the critical areas of
injury prevention and occupational ergonomics, and focuses on training
students to address the public health concerns raised by workplace
injuries and associated costs. In addition to the core courses and
requirements for the MPH degree, the specialty track offers coursework
in Occupational Ergonomics, Human Factors Engineering, Safety
Engineering, Work Analysis Methods and Injury Prevention. |
The USAF Ergonomics Course development is complete. The Distance Learning USAF Ergonomics Course (CD-ROM) is available for enrollment through your Base Education and Training Office. |
Course Length: (40 hours)
Designed for industrial hygienists and occupational health, medical, and
safety personnel, this course includes an introduction to ergonomics and
ergonomic principles, practical work-site evaluations and the development of
ergonomic solutions. Regional courses are available if local funding is
arranged.
Course Length: (2 full days)
Designed for installations that (1) already have a well-established
ergonomics program and are looking to sharpen analysis skills, (2) need help
jump-starting a new program, or (3) are looking for guidance on the next
step in the injury reduction process.
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The Navy Safety and Occupational Health Program Manual, OPNAVINST 5100.23G (0602.d(2)), lists this 4-day course as a core training requirement for Safety and Occupational Health Personnel. It is a hands-on, practical approach to ergonomics with extensive class exercises and case studies of Navy work environments. Upon completion of this course, students have a firm understanding of ergonomic principles affecting their work environment. Students assess ergonomics risk in the workplace using the Ergonomic Survey Tools from OPNAVINST 5100.23(series) Chapter 23. The course also covers work-related musculoskeletal disorders, workstation and task design, Navy and Marine Corps ergonomics policy, and establishing an ergonomics program as well as computer and industrial workstation set-up and evaluation. Participants conduct an ergonomic assessment in the field at a Navy activity, analyze the data, and present their findings. Certified industrial hygienists, certified safety professionals, and occupational health nurses can earn 4 certification maintenance (CM) points attending this course.
2011 Class Schedule |
24 - 27 May
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Norfolk, VA (CDP 3555) |
26 - 29 July |
Camp Lejeune, NC (CDP 04GH) |
9 - 12 August
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Bangor, WA (CDP 07DW) |
13 - 16 September |
Newport, RI (CDP 07WC) |
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Many soldiers
are injured each year due to the improper use of rucksacks. These
injuries are preventable if soldiers follow certain guidelines when
packing and fitting their rucksacks. |
The purpose of the ergonomics rotation in occupational therapy (OT) is to
provide an overview of ergonomics design principles and occupational risk
factors for musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). |
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