This workshop incorporates dozens of case studies derived from an extensive best practices project involving many municipalities. Hands-on exercises apply techniques drawn from a variety of public works jobs.
Participants learn when and how to:
1. Know when to say NO! (and find an alternative way to get the task done)
2. Arch your back after sitting, before you start to work
3. Tighten the abdominal muscles at the start of the effort
4. Maintain the low back curve
5. Keep the load close and take a step closer to minimise reach
6. Make a good base of support
7. Avoid twisting
8. Test the object weight
9. Use the golfer’s lift
10. Lift half the load at a time
11. Divert forces around the spine
12. Use momentum
13. Optimize the direction of force
14. Get a good grip
15. Minimize effort
16. Use the tools provided
17. Take a break from “heavy” tasks
18. Keep fit
This session is two hours in length; fee is for one full day on-site. Run the same session multiple times, or a variety of sessions. Mileage from the closest ergonomist's office will be charged after the session at a rate of $0.68/km. Course materials are also charged afterwards, at a rate of $8 per person. Includes a poster/handout and multi-pen.
