Training Topics:

For Employee(s) must understand
Employee(s) in problem jobs, How to recognize WMSD signs and symptoms,
Employee(s) in similar jobs and the importance of early reporting.
that are problem jobs, and How to report WMSD signs, symptoms and
their supervisors hazards, and make recommendations. WMSD hazards in their jobs and the general measures they must follow to control WMSD hazards. Job-specific controls and work practices that have been implemented in their jobs. The ergonomics program and their role in it. The requirements of this standard
Persons involved in setting The ergonomics program and their role in it.
up and managing the How to identify, evaluate and implement measures
ergonomics program to control WMSD hazards. How to identify and analyze WMSD hazards. How to evaluate the effectiveness of ergonomics programs.

Training Frequency:

For Training will be provided
Employee(s) in problem jobs, Employee(s) in similar jobs that are problem jobs, and their supervisors When the program is first set up in their jobs. When they are initially assigned to problem jobs. After control measures are implemented in their jobs. Periodically as needed (i.e., significant changes to the job, new WMSDs or WMSD hazards are identified in the job, unsafe work practices observed) and at least every 3 years.
Persons involved in setting up and managing the ergonomics program When they are initially assigned to setting up and managing the ergonomics program. Periodically as needed (i.e., program deficiencies revealed in evaluation, significant changes in ergonomics program) and at least every 3 years.

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