The information below was provided the University of Michigan Center for Ergonomics and Center for Occupational Health and Safety Engineering
By investing in training, technology, and equipment necessary to foster a safe work environment, employers can minimize work-related musculoskeletal disorders among their workforce.
Available training programs through The University of Michigan Center for Ergonomics
1. Ergonomics Seminar For Small And Medium Sized Michigan Businesses
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- Available to small and medium sized businesses.
- The seminar is 2.5 hours and will be customized to respond to each company’s specific needs.
- Interested businesses are encouraged to visit here for more details.
2. Ergonomics Course For All Businesses
- In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the course has shifted to a series of virtual, pre-recorded presentations. Course registrants have the flexibility to watch lectures at their convenience.
- Discussion sessions will be conducted so registrants can ask questions and participate in facilitated conversations focusing on ergonomic job analysis case studies.
- Interested businesses are encouraged to visit here for more details.
3. Biosafety Training For All Businesses
- This training focuses on educating employers on biosafety, infectious diseases, and bloodborne pathogens to improve workplace health and safety.
- Registration is open to businesses of all sizes. The training program is provided at no cost to participating organizations.
- This training is completely virtual.
- Curriculum and content will be customized to address the company’s needs.
- Interested businesses are encouraged to visit here for more details.