This Course on Postural Ergonomics and Physical Strain offers a specialised training in this subject. Through this training, which forms part of the Security Professions and, more specifically, to the Safety and Prevention Knowledge Area, the student will study the basic and specific concepts related to the postural ergonomics and the management of physical exertion, acquiring the necessary knowledge to to specialise in Postural Ergonomics and Physical Strain.
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Physical Health
8 pm
Postural ergonomics and physical exertion
Physical Health
8 pm
Introduction
Objectives
Analysing risk factors in order to prevent back injuries and others musculoskeletal injuries, derived from inappropriate static postures, incorrect or repetitive movements y muscle strains.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. REGULATIONS
Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Royal Decree 487/97: Minimum requirements for the manual handling of loads and awkward working postures
INSHT Technical Guide to the Manual Handling of Loads
Royal Decree 39/97 approves the Regulations on Prevention Services
The Importance of Health Surveillance
TEACHING UNIT 2. PHYSICAL AND POSTURAL EXERTION
Ergonomics
Physical Load
Factors involved in physical and postural exertion
Manual handling of loads
Postures
Repetitive movements
Psychosocial factors and other working conditions
TEACHING UNIT 3. MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
Fundamentals of Anatomy
The Spine: Parts and Functions – Vertebrae, discs, ligaments, muscles
Nervous system
Most common conditions: Muscle spasms, spinal deformities, lower back pain, lumbosciatica, disc protrusion, herniated disc, neck pain, tendinitis, osteoarthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, thoracic outlet syndrome
TEACHING UNIT 4. SECONDARY FACTORS
Contributing factors: Stress, a sedentary lifestyle, being overweight, and associated injuries
Psychological factors: Anxiety, mood swings, reduced performance, depression, underestimation
TEACHING UNIT 5. BACK TREATMENT
General measures
Pharmacological treatment
Physical exercise
Surgical treatment
Psychological treatment
TEACHING UNIT 6. GENERAL ADVICE ON PROTECTING YOUR BACK
Postures to avoid Prevention
Actions, activities of daily living
Tips on Physical Exercise
Back care
Preventive exercises
TEACHING UNIT 7. WORKING WITH DISPLAY SCREENS
Specific risks associated with working with people with disabilities
Preventative measures when working with people with disabilities
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