This class introduces ergonomics and discusses the ergonomic concerns associated with assembly.
Course Objectives:
- Define ergonomics
- Explain the importance of good posture
- Describe ergonomic practices to avoid the negative effects of repetition
- Describe ergonomic practices to avoid the negative effects of excess force
- Explain the importance of workstation design
- Describe ergonomic practices to avoid the negative effects of sitting workstations
- Describe ergonomic practices to avoid the negative effects of standing workstations
- Distinguish between tool balancers and tool positioners
- Describe the characteristics of torque reaction
- Describe ergonomic practices to avoid the negative effects of using power tools
- Describe ergonomic practices to avoid the negative effects of using screwdrivers
- Describe ergonomic practices to avoid the negative effects of using impact wrenches and pulse tools
- Describe the disadvantages of ergonomics.
Recommended Background
- Recommended for supervisors & managers handling the assembly line of a plant.
Course ID
TU146
Skill Focus
Beginner
Instructor(s)
Tooling U - SME
Employee Type
Leaders, 1st level supervisors
Method of Delivery
Online
Estimated Effort
1.5 hrs
Cost
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