Ergonomics Workshops & Classes
ENROLLMENT:
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Click on the "date" or “enroll” hyperlink to the UCB Learning Center.
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Enter your CalNet Passphrase.
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Click "Submit."
Having trouble registering through the direct links?
Log into the UC Learning Center(link is external), and type the exact workshop title or class code (in parentheses) into the search bar and select register.
Computer Health Matters: Campus and Remote Work (BEUHS400)
Wed 9/13/23, 10/11/23 | Tue 11/7/23 | Thu 12/7/23
10-11am
Registration Links (click date):
In Person: Tang Center Class of '42 Room
Instructor: Greg Ryan, Campus Ergonomist, Be Well at Work-Ergonomics
Learn how to set up a user-friendly workstation and practice stretches to help relieve computer-related aches and pains. This workshop is an in-person alternative to the online RSS Computer Ergonomics module that can be used to qualify for computer ergonomics matching funds.
To enroll, click on the date you are interested in and log in to the UC Learning Center.
RSS Computer Ergonomics Online Module
Important Notice: New RSS Computer Ergonomics Self-Assessment & Training Module
UCOP is retiring the Computer Health Matters online ergonomics training module as of 7/14/23.
In its place is the new RSS Computer Ergonomics module, which like the former, is accessible 24/7 from a computer. The new module is housed and accessed on the Risk & Safety Solutions platform instead of the UC Learning Center.
RSS Computer Ergonomics is an online solution that provides insights into how an employee’s workstation should fit and meet their postural needs.
The self-assessment helps identify ergonomic risks at a computer workstation that can cause injuries. An improper work area setup and improper equipment or use of it can result in the development of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
This module is important to complete as it:
1) helps fulfill ergonomic training requirements
2) serves as a self-evaluation tool that provides immediate guidance and feedback to help you make changes to achieve a more ergonomic workstation, and
3) grants eligibility to UC Berkeley faculty and staff for Be Well at Work - Ergonomics’ Ergo Matching Funds program that can assist you and your department in offsetting costs for ergonomic equipment.
To access RSS Computer Ergonomics:
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Click the hyperlink or copy and paste into your browser: https://app.riskandsafety.com/
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Log in with your campus sign-on credentials.
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Click on “Computer Ergonomic Self-Assessment” from the upper right hand corner of the landing page.
More detailed user guides regarding access and use of the RSS Computer Ergonomics module can be found in this video or PDF document
For assistance if you have issues such as accessing the training, please contact Risk & Safety Solutions via their online ticketing system
Pre-Approved UCB Ergo Products: Furniture & Accessories
Tue 10/17/23 | 11am-12pm
In Person: Tang Center Class of '42 Room
Instructor: Greg Ryan, Campus Ergonomist, Be Well at Work-Ergonomics
Learn more about the preapproved products covered by the Computer Ergonomics Matching Funds Program.
Ergo Mobility
Tue 11/14/23 | 10-11am
Hybrid: Zoom and Tang Center Class of '42 Room
Instructor: Greg Ryan, Campus Ergonomist, Be Well at Work-Ergonomics
Learn new ways of maintaining and improving your mobility throughout the workday. Practice some useful stretching and strengthening exercises. Wear comfortable clothing.
Ergonomics for Managers and Supervisors (BEUHS414-230316)
Wed 9/27/23 | 11am-12pm
Zoom Workshop (link will be provided prior to workshop)
Instructor: Greg Ryan, Campus Ergonomist, Be Well at Work-ErgonomicsLearn how to set up an ergonomic and safe working environment for your unit. The Ergonomics Matching Funds Program will be covered and how to apply and use the campus resources efficiently to reduce ergonomic risks.
Ergonomic Navigator Training (BEUHS414-230405)
Wed 10/25/23 | 10 am – 12pm
Hybrid- Zoom and Tang Center, Class of 42'
Instructors: Greg Ryan and Nathaniel Chung, Campus Ergonomists, Be Well at Work-ErgonomicsLearn the basics of how to be an Ergonomic Navigator at UC Berkeley. The Ergonomics Computer Matching Funds Program will be covered and how to use the campus resources effectively. You will learn to evaluate and modify computer workstations according to campus ergonomic guidelines in this practical, hands-on workshop.