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Ergonomics
6 minutes
Basic ergonomics in retail
Description
This course introduces the fundamentals of ergonomics in a retail setting, focusing on physical tasks such as stocking shelves and lifting. You will learn how to warm up properly, handle loads safely, and adopt correct postures to prevent injury. By completing this training, you will be equipped to protect your body during everyday work tasks.
After this course you can
- Recognise the importance of warming up before physical tasks
- Apply correct lifting and carrying techniques to prevent injury
- Identify ergonomic risk factors in a retail work environment
- Adopt proper posture when stocking shelves and handling products
- Describe practical measures to reduce physical strain during daily tasks
Who is it for?
This training is intended for retail employees who perform physical tasks such as stocking shelves and handling goods.