Course Information
Ergonomic Workstation Setup Training for Australian Workplaces
An effective ergonomic workstation setup can help reduce discomfort, fatigue and the risk of musculoskeletal problems associated with computer-based work.
For example, workers can spend many hours each day sitting at a desk, using a computer, keyboard, mouse and other equipment. Poor workstation setup, awkward postures and repetitive movements can contribute to discomfort and increase the risk of injury over time.
This practical online course helps workers understand how to set up and adjust their workstation to better suit their individual needs. Learners are shown how the chair, desk, monitor, keyboard and mouse should work together to support comfortable working postures.
Recognising and Managing Ergonomic Risks
In addition, the course looks at common ergonomic problems and simple adjustments workers can make to improve their workstation. It reinforces the importance of changing posture, taking appropriate movement breaks and reporting discomfort early rather than waiting for it to become a more significant problem.
However, ergonomic workstation setup is not about finding one perfect position and remaining there all day. Good workstation ergonomics involves adjusting the work environment to suit the worker while allowing regular movement and changes in posture.
Therefore, the training is relevant to employees working in offices, home-based work environments and other computer-based workplaces.
This course takes approximately 15 minutes to complete.
What You’ll Learn:
- Principles of good ergonomic workstation setup
- How to adjust an office chair correctly
- Keyboard and mouse positioning
- Maintaining comfortable working postures
- Managing repetitive computer-based tasks
- The importance of movement and changing posture
- Recognising early signs of discomfort
- When workstation adjustments or further assistance may be required
Supporting Safer Computer-Based Work
Importantly, a suitable workstation is only one part of managing ergonomic risks. Workers should understand how to adjust the equipment provided to them, recognise when something does not feel right and raise concerns when further assistance is required.
Providing workers with practical workstation ergonomics information can support safer work practices and help organisations reinforce their broader approach to managing health and safety risks associated with computer-based work.
