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Be Well at Work Workshops for Fac/Staff

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. Ergonomic course codes begin with BEUHS414. 

Computer Ergonomics 101

Fall 2024 Semester Schedule:

Wed 9/18, Wed 10/23, Wed 11/13, Wed 12/4 | 10-11am PT

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 ergonomic workstation and incorporate wellness activities to help relieve computer-related aches and pains. This workshop is an in-person alternative to the online RSS Computer Ergonomics self-assessment and training module that can be used to qualify for Ergo Matching Funds. 

 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 (Note: Access via the UC Learning Center is coming TBD as a planned updated from RSS).

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:

  1. Click the hyperlink or copy and paste it into your browser: https://app.riskandsafety.com
  2. Log in with your campus sign-on credentials.
  3. 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

Ergo Movement

Fall 2024 Schedule: 

Wed 10/9, Wed 12/5 | 11am-12pm 

Registration Links (click date):

 Tang Center - Class of '42 Room

Instructor: Greg Ryan & Nathaniel Chung, Campus Ergonomists, Be Well at Work-Ergonomics 

Learn ways to perform daily and work activities with less stress to your body. Covers general body mechanics (lifting, manual material handling, grip, etc.). Useful guidance on warming up, stretching, and strengthening exercises will be covered also. Wear comfortable clothing.  

Ergonomics Program Overview

Fall 2024 Schedule: 

Wed 10/30, Wed 11/20 | 10am-12pm 

Registration Links (click date):

In Person: Tang Center - Class of '42 Room

Instructor: Greg Ryan & Nathaniel Chung, Campus Ergonomists, Be Well at Work-Ergonomics 

Learn about the Ergonomics Program at UC Berkeley. This workshop will cover the updates to the Be Well at Work - Ergonomics process and Ergo Matching Funds Program in addition to using campus resources effectively to address both campus and remote office and non-office work environments.

Ergonomics for Managers and Supervisors

Fall 2024 Schedule: 

Wed 10/2, Thu 11/14 | 11am-12pm

Registration Links (click date):

Zoom Workshop (link will be provided prior to workshop)

Instructor: Greg Ryan & Nathaniel Chung, Campus Ergonomists, Be Well at Work-Ergonomics 

Learn how to support an ergonomic and safe working environment for your unit. The Ergonomics Matching Funds Program will be covered and how to utilize campus resources and planning to effectively and efficiently to prevent and reduce ergonomic risks. 

Ergonomics and Wellness in the Office

Wed 10/16| 12-1pm

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Hybrid: Zoom & Tang Center - Class of 42' Room

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

Learn how to maximize your performance in the office with the latest Ergonomics and Wellness based protocols. Skillful computer use, work/rest cycles, office tools, nutrition and exercise will be covered in the workshop.

Ergonomics and Holistic Health

Wed 9/25| 11am-12pm

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Tang Center - Class of 42' Room

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

Learn how the science of ergonomics interacts with holistic health from ancient to modern day practices. We will cover how to improve health outcomes using ergonomic principles that relate to maximizing health and wellness.

Back Safety: Smart Body Management Online Training (BEEHS_UCLOL0047-190627) 

UC Back Safety (Smart Body Management) online training

Link access via the UC Learning Center 

Topics include: Mechanism of back injury, power posture(s), rules for sitting safely, principles of safe work technique (lifting, pushing/pulling, & transferring), and identifying safe & unsafe work techniques.