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Ergonomics Workshops & Classes

ENROLLMENT:

  1. Click on the "date" or “enroll” hyperlink to the UCB Learning Center.

  2. Enter your CalNet Passphrase.

  3. 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)

Thursday 1/26, Tuesday 2/28, Wednesday 3/22, Tuesday 4/25, and Wednesday 5/24; 10-11am  

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 required 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.

Computer Health Matters Online Training

This interactive online course will help you set up a user-friendly workstation and provides ergonomic resources for computer users.  This workshop is required to qualify for computer ergonomics matching funds. Enroll now

Keyboards and Mice: Ergonomic Alternatives (BEUHS401)

Tuesday 1/31,  Wednesday 3/1, Wednesday 4/12, and Wednesday 5/10; 10 – 11 am. 

In Person: Tang Center Class of '42 Room

Instructor: Greg Ryan, Campus Ergonomist, Be Well at Work-Ergonomics

Learn about the ergonomics of keyboards and pointing devices, including appropriate workstation set-up, postures, and techniques for using them. Find out about the keyboards and pointing devices covered by the Computer Ergonomics Matching Funds Program.

To enroll, click on the date you are interested in and log in to the UC Learning Center.

Back Talk: Less Stress on Your Back (BEUHS404)

Wednesday 3/15; 12:10pm-1pm

In Person: Tang Center Class of '42 Room

Instructor: Greg Ryan, Campus Ergonomist, Be Well at Work-Ergonomics

Learn new ways of performing daily activities with less stress to your back. Practice some useful stretching and strengthening exercises. Wear comfortable clothing.

Everyday Ergonomics (BEUHS410-221020) 

Tuesday 4/20 12:10-1pm

In Person: Tang Center Section Club

Instructor: Greg Ryan, Campus Ergonomist, Be Well at Work-Ergonomics

Learn ways to improve ergonomics in and around the home for everyday tasks. This workshop will address safe ways to perform daily household chores, gardening, and driving, We will also review safe sleeping postures, self-care activities and environmental factors.

Ergonomics for Managers and Supervisors (BEUHS414-230316)

Thursday 3/16; 10 am – 11pm

Zoom Workshop (link will be provided prior to workshop)

Instructor: Greg Ryan, Campus Ergonomist, Be Well at Work-Ergonomics

Learn 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)

Wednesday 4/05; 10 am – 12pm

In Person- Tang Center, Class of 42'

Instructors: Greg Ryan and Nathaniel Chung, Campus Ergonomists, Be Well at Work-Ergonomics

Learn 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.