Case Study of an Ergonomics Training Program for Nursing Home Workers

Authors

Roger C. Jensen, Montana Tech of the University of Montana

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2002

Abstract

This paper describes a case study of a labor-based ergonomics-training program that makes use of some effective worker training methods. The program focus was on ergonomics awareness and back injury prevention for nursing home workers. It was developed and conducted by a not-for-profit organization affiliated with the Service Employees International Union. Training methods included the train-the-trainer model and the small group activity method. The investigation also compared the program components with those identified by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as being key elements in effective safety training.

Comments

Originally presented in The Proceeding of the XVI Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference 2002.

Recommended Citation

Jensen, Roger C., "Case Study of an Ergonomics Training Program for Nursing Home Workers" (2002). Safety Health & Industrial Hygiene. 12.
https://digitalcommons.mtech.edu/shih/12

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