Office Ergonomic Risk Assessment Training Course for Allied Health Professionals

AHPRA registered practitioners (osteopaths, physiotherapists and chiropractors will be able to claim 7 hours).

• Develop an understanding of the various roles an Allied Health Practitioner can have within an Occupational (Work) Health & Safety setting.
• Describe key statements of relevant Workplace Health and Safety Legislation in Australia.
• Describe and understand the principles of Risk Management and Hierarchy of Risk Control.
• Apply knowledge and skills to undertake a basic ergonomic risk assessment.
• Have the knowledge and skills to problem solve common workplace ergonomic issues.
• Review and understand the importance of communication i.e. consent, verbal and written communication within the Occupational (Work) Health and Safety setting.
• Learn about the references available to continue further professional learning and development within the Occupational (Work) Health and Safety setting.

What’s Included

• Course handouts (presentation, consent form, office ergonomic risk assessment template)
• Certificate of attendance

Presenters

Heath Williams, Osteopath

Has 14 years clinical experience and 7 years post graduate teaching experience. This experience consists of Australian and international experience. He has been working in the field of OHS/WHS since 2006. He currently co – owns Corporate Work Health Australia Pty Ltd which consults in the OHS/WHS field. Currently owns 2 private osteopathy practices that are located in Melbourne CBD and Docklands.

Wade Brennan, Physiotherapist

Has 14 years clinical experience. This experience consists of Australian and international experience. He has been working in the field of OHS/WHS since 2006. He currently co-owns Corporate Work Health Australia Pty Ltd which consults in the OHS/WHS field. Currently owns a large multi-disciplinary private Physiotherapy practice that is located in the Gold Coast, QLD.

Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy

Registrants who cancel > 30 days from the course can receive a refund.

Registrants can reschedule to the same course at a different date/location when > 2 weeks notice is provided.

Contact Details:

If you have any questions or enquiries, please email or phone us at

E:admin@corporateworkhealth.com

P: 1300 951 519

Online Office Workstation Desk Set Up Training For Allied Health Professionals

• Review of the modern day workplace and typical work environments & challenges for workers and clients
• Review ergonomic principles relating to the individual workstation
• Review and implement a step by step process to setting up a worker or client at their workstation
• Review the literature regarding office workstation ergonomics and how to implement this according to the worker’s or client’s needs
• Discuss the common workplace issues relating to office workstation ergonomics and how to address these
• Review common equipment accessories and considerations on when to prescribe these
• Case based approach to working with a worker or client with a musculoskeletal complaint
• 11 learning modules and multi choice quizzes to assess your learning
• Certificate of completion provided at the completion of the course for your professional development requirements
• Sign up and complete our online course at receive $129 discount off CWHA 1 day office ergonomic risk assessment training course for allied health professionals in Australia
• Special clinic offer.  Purchase 2-3 tickets for $250, 4-6 for $330 or 7-9 for $500.  See details on thinkrific webpage.
• Now accredited with the Myotherapy association for 3 points.  AHPRA practitioners (osteopaths, chiropractors, physiotherapists) can claim 3 hours PD.
• Now accredited with ESSA for EPs for 3 points.

Online Vehicle Physical Ergonomic Training For Allied Health Professionals

Learning Objectives:

• Review OHS/WHS and how this relates to vehicle ergonomics for the worker
• Review the 4 main elements of vehicle ergonomics that relate to the physical domain of ergonomics
• Apply the 4 key elements to a range of vehicles that include cars, trucks, vans
• Learn how to assess and implement better practices for entering and exiting vehicles
• Learn how to advise clients and workers to improve their vehicle seat set up
• Learn how to review and educate clients and workers on better strategies to work within the vehicle
• Review storage and manual tasks relating to vehicle

Vehicle (Car) Ergonomic Risk Assessment & Training For Allied Health Professionals

This course is accredited for 4 points with Myotherapy Australia.  This course is accredited for 5 Points for Exercise Physiologists registered with ESSA.  AHPRA registered practitioners (osteopaths, physiotherapists and chiropractors will be able to claim 4 hours).

Learning Objectives:

• Review hazards and risks associated with vehicle use (driving and manual handling in/out of the vehicle).
• Reviewing typical driving postures and habits that may increase ones risk of developing musculoskeletal complaints
• Review the step by step process to setting up an individual within a vehicle to improve ones comfort and support.
• Vehicle storage and manual handling best practices
• Undertaking a basic vehicle ergonomic risk assessment'

Note:  This course will be combination of both theory and practical application.  Attendees will be encouraged to drive their vehicle to the seminar so that we can apply knowledge in a practical scenario.

What's Included

• Course handouts (presentation, consent form, office ergonomic risk assessment template)
• Certificate of attendance

Presenters

Heath Williams, Osteopath

Has 14 years clinical experience and 7 years post graduate teaching experience. This experience consists of Australian and international experience. He has been working in the field of OHS/WHS since 2006. He currently co - owns Corporate Work Health Australia Pty Ltd which consults in the OHS/WHS field. Currently owns 2 private osteopathy practices that are located in Melbourne CBD and Docklands.

Wade Brennan, Physiotherapist

Has 14 years clinical experience. This experience consists of Australian and international experience. He has been working in the field of OHS/WHS since 2006. He currently co-owns Corporate Work Health Australia Pty Ltd which consults in the OHS/WHS field. Currently owns a large multi-disciplinary private Physiotherapy practice that is located in the Gold Coast, QLD.

Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy

Registrants who cancel > 30 days from the course can receive a refund.

Registrants can reschedule to the same course at a different date/location when > 2 weeks notice is provided.

Contact Details:

If you have any questions or enquiries, please email or phone us at

E:admin@corporateworkhealth.com

P: 1300 951 519

Learning Objectives:

• Review the workers and workplace duty of care with regards to workplace and vehicle ergonomics
• Review the musculoskeletal risk factors in an office setting and vehicle use.
• Step by step process to improve your clients workplace ergonomics
• Discuss common strategies and tips to improve activity in the workplace and reduce ones risk of developing musculoskeletal strains and sprains in the workplace.
• Discuss and problem solve common workstation or vehicle ergonomic issues you have experienced with your clients

Upcoming Course Details

Course duration: 1 hour - 2 hours

Course location:  We will come to your clinic and host the presentation onsite.  We are currently servicing Melbourne, Brisbane and Gold Coast areas.

All attendees will receive a hard copy of the presentation as well as handouts to provide clients to help with their education of workplace desk ergonomics

Cost:  $250 - $350 + GST.  Travel may be added depending on the location.

Manual Handling Risk Assessment and Training Course for Allied Health Professionals - Professional Development

AHPRA registered practitioners (osteopaths, physiotherapists and chiropractors will be able to claim 7 hours).

Learning Objectives:

• Describe key statements of relevant Workplace Health and Safety Legislation in Australia.
• Describe and understand the principles of Risk Management and Hierarchy of Risk Control.
• Review Musculoskeletal Disorder Risk Factors and the characteristics of a hazardous manual task.
• Review commonly used manual handling risk assessment tools.
• Apply knowledge and skills to undertake a basic manual handling risk assessment.
• Review the key elements required to design and conduct manual handling training in the workplace
• Practical and theory demonstration: Common manual handling techniques performed
• Reviewing common manual handling technique issues in the workplace
• Have the knowledge and skills to problem solve common workplace manual handling risk and training  issues.
• Review and understand the importance of communication i.e. consent, verbal and written communication within the Occupational (Work) Health and Safety setting.
• Learn about the references available to continue further professional learning and development within the Occupational (Work) Health and Safety setting relevant to manual handling risk assessments and training