Overview

Workplace Ergonomics & Posture Awareness

Musculoskeletal injuries are among the most common causes of workplace discomfort, lost productivity, and long-term health issues across physically demanding industries.

This practical ergonomics and posture awareness course helps learners understand how everyday movements, lifting techniques, footwear choices, and poor posture can impact the body over time. By exploring the musculoskeletal system and the factors that contribute to strain and injury, participants gain the knowledge needed to work more safely and efficiently.

The course promotes healthier workplace habits that support wellbeing, reduce injury risks, and improve long-term physical resilience.

Modules

1. Introduction
2. The Musculoskeletal System
3. The Right Shoes
4. Lifting Techniques
5. TILE

Learning Objectives:

• Describe the key components of the musculoskeletal system and how they are affected by manual work
• Identify common causes of musculoskeletal strain in construction environments
• Demonstrate correct lifting techniques and safe manual handling practices
• Apply the TILE risk assessment framework to manual handling tasks
• Recognise the role of footwear, posture, and rest in reducing injury risk
• Adopt workplace habits that support long-term physical wellbeing on site

Target Audience:

All construction workers, site supervisors, and health & safety officers working in environments where respiratory hazards such as asbestos, dust, and chemical fumes may be present.

Features & Benefits:

• Identify common causes of musculoskeletal strain in construction environments
• Demonstrate correct lifting techniques and safe manual handling practices
• Apply the TILE risk assessment framework to manual handling tasks
• Recognise the role of footwear, posture, and rest in reducing injury risk
• Adopt workplace habits that support long-term physical wellbeing on site