This is a Nationally Endorsed training unit recognised anywhere in Australia. It meets the recommendations set by Work Safe and conforms to the NTIS training guidelines. It includes relevant sections of the Act and Code of Practice and, in keeping with the adult learning theory, provides for a number of practical learning applications.

This training involves the group in intensive participation and provides feedback on the competency of each participant.

The knowledge gained includes an understanding of:

• How to reduce undue wear & tear by working with the forces that interact with the body systems rather than against them
• How to reduce the risk for the development of an inguinal hernia when lifting

The new skills can be applied straight away through a practical coaching and competency assessment process that is conducted in the workplace.

4 hour Endorsed course
2 hour non-Endorsed course

included in training cost

57 Division Street, Welshpool

• Wednesday 17th February 2010
• Wednesday 3rd March 2010
• Wednesday 7th April 2010

This training involves intensive participation from the group. It first provides each participant with an understanding of

The programme includes an assessment process and targeted stretches to reduce the risk for specific injury types.

The training and brochure will be customized to the client specifications.

The brochure incorporates digital images, stretches and working images of your worksite along with an Assessment Quiz.

• The personal costs of back injuries
• Conforming with SOP's for back injury prevention
• Taking responsibility - Duty of Care in Injury Prevention
• First Aid for back injuries
• The definition of manual handling;
• Discuss Body design and the role of stabiliser and mobiliser muscle groups
• Put "Body Mechanics" principles twork
• Apply body mechanics tthe workplace

A good layout and workflow is an essential component of a safe office environment and it pays dividends. The benefits are far greater than the obvious avoidance of personal injury; there are also direct cost-benefits to be gained through improved effectiveness and efficiency.

This is a personalised service as each person's body make-up is different and the science of Workstation Assessments is all about fitting the task to the person. It's about prescribing as well as advising whilst applying all of the key Australian Standards that apply.

(National Code of Practice for the Prevention of Occupational Overuse Syndrome. (OOS)
Guidance Notes for the Prevention of OOS; AS 3590: Screen based Workstations & AS/NZS 4442:1997)

• education session
• individual workstation assessments
• report
• after program support