Awkward postures are commonly seen in the workplace, as they are required to complete tasks. These postures cause increase tension on the tissues involved, resulting in these tissues becoming stressed and weakened, increasing the body’s susceptibility to injury.
The Metriks Office Ergonomics Evaluator certification is a course that will be going through each device or furniture that is used in an office environment to help improve poor workplace postures. This course will teach the students how to conduct the major components of Office Ergonomics: What tools to assess the device or furniture along with potential resolutions for typical problems. Furthermore, will improve one's lifestyle within a workplace and promote healthy habits.