Webinars

Maximizing Your Office Ergonomics Program
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
2:00 - 3:00 PM ET
ABIH approval #10-1135(.171HCM Points)*

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Jeanne Iverson, MS HFE, MS OT, CIE
President/CEO
VSI Risk Management & Ergonomics Inc

Could your office ergonomics program use a jump start? Even the most successful program will benefit from an annual or even quarterly evaluation. Best practices in office ergonomics continue to evolve with the introduction of new technology, product innovations, and the needs of a diverse and aging workforce. This webinar will provide effective approaches to take your ergonomics program management, and your program results, to the next level. Topics addressed will include:

• Evaluating your current program, identifying weaknesses, and setting new goals
• New methods for tracking progress (metrics) to ensure that your program continues to evolve and lend continued productivity and safety advances
• Using technology to automate and simplify ergonomics program processes
• How to enhance productivity and comfort with height adjustable workstations, seating, monitor arms, non-traditional computer peripherals, and other new office products.

Who Should Participate?
Ergonomics and safety team members, including those in charge of monitoring productivity, OSHA compliance, return to work and workers' comp coordination in an office and/or call center environment will find value in this presentation. Department heads that oversee employees that conduct computer-intensive work, human resources representatives, and corporate medical professionals will find new and valuable information as well.

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Jeanne Iverson is a popular ErgoExpo speaker who provides root cause analysis for ergonomic solutions based on kinesthetic and unconscious proprioception/motor learning techniques in a variety of work environments. Iverson is a nationally noted public speaker on a variety of ergonomic topics in addition to providing expertise on emerging and/or existing ergonomic product designs through evidence based usability studies.

*This webinar was approved for continuing education through ABIH. You may also submit your certificate of attendance for approval with BCSP. A continuing education fee of $20 will be charged to view this webinar and receive your certificate of attendance.

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Originally broadcast on the dates indicated, these webinars are now available on-demand. 

Office Ergonomics ROI: Maximizing Computer Keyboard Selection, Workstation Set Up & Employee Productivity
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
2:00pm - 3:00pm Eastern

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David Brodie
Director of Ergonomics
Atlas Ergonomics

David Brodie is the Director of Ergonomics Services for Atlas Ergonomics, a nation-wide, process driven ergonomics and wellness solution provider that has worked with a diverse group of clients including Cargill, JPMorgan Chase & Co., T. Rowe Price, United Healthcare, and numerous hospitals. David possesses over 17 years of experience designing ergonomic programs and providing services to clients in a wide variety of industries. His expertise lies in ergonomic program development, risk assessment techniques, situational analysis, and solution development. David is annually ranked as one of ErgoExpo’s top speakers, and he is a member of the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), and a Director on the Board of Certified Professional Ergonomists (BCPE).

During this 60 minute presentation, David will share his insights and data derived from the ongoing research and assessment of keyboard design and workstation set up, including the proper placement of computer input devices.

Possessing the data to support purchase decisions and gain management approval is more important than ever before due to budget constraints. Being able to identify and introduce the best ergonomic solution for your workplace helps increase your return on investment. As ergonomics and safety decision makers continually push to improve safety, efficiency and productivity, a well thought out purchase plan, including supporting research, can help get purchases approved. Once the decision has been made to purchase an ergonomic solution, the next step is determining which product is best for each employee. This webinar will provide measurable results, data, and buying strategies based on an 80-person study conducted at a large U.S. computer software company with a group of intensive computer users. This particular study found dramatic increases in user productivity, significant reductions in overall hand, neck and arm discomfort, and quick user acceptability and comfort levels.

Those in offices and other work environments where computer use is a constant will find this presentation valuable. Webinar participants will gain:

• Methods for selecting the best computer input device, that matches employee and task needs
• The evidence needed to support a successful office ergonomics intervention and product purchase
• Insight into key metrics required to measure the success of an office ergonomics program. 

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Proving the Value of Ergonomics to Your Company -
And Why That’s Good for Your Career

Wednesday, October 7, 2009
2:00pm – 3:00pm Eastern

Drew Bossen, PT, MBA
Executive Vice President
Atlas Ergonomics

Drew Bossen is the EVP of Atlas Ergonomics, a nation-wide, process driven ergonomics and wellness solution provider that has worked with a wide variety of clients including Schneider National, Rockwell Collins, Cargill Corn Milling, Scottsdale Healthcare, JP Morgan Chase, and IBM.  A popular ErgoExpo speaker, Drew will share his 30+ years of experience with all of us. Most importantly, Bossen will explain how to prove the value of ergonomics to your company, and how to prove your value as an ergonomics and safety professional.  After all, no other person in your organization has the ability to continually improve workplace productivity and efficiency, help reduce injuries and the associated costs, and cut lost work days – all of which have a direct impact on the bottom line! 

The best run organizations in the world know that in order to make improvements you must first measure and set benchmarks.  You’ll learn ways to measure and market your ergonomics program – all while gathering the data needed to support the work you perform on a daily basis.  You’ll learn how to defend your program, and prove to management why ergonomics is a solid investment – even when there is virtually no money to invest.

You’ll finish this webinar presentation ready to:

• Set benchmarks and measure success
• Market and gain awareness for your program
• Drive creative problem solving
• Emphasize continual program improvement
• Prove the value of ergonomics to staff and management
• Prove your on-going value to the organization

Webinar participants will receive an exclusive discount for ErgoExpo registration!

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Keeping the Focus on Ergonomics
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
2:00pm - 3:00pm Eastern

Michael Melnik, MS, OTR
President
Prevention Plus, Inc.
melnik@energizedapproach.com

Michael Melnik, one of ErgoExpo’s most popular speakers, has presented to over 250,000 ergonomics, safety and allied professionals at companies like 3M, Coca Cola, BestBuy, Chevron, General Mills, Home Depot, The Mayo Clinic and PetSmart just to name a few.

As most of us are working under the strain of a slow economy and reduced workforce, Melnik knows that’s it’s easy to lose focus on the big picture. He will introduce all of us to “The Energized Approach” which has proven to be an effective means of creating and sustaining an active and successful ergonomics program.

Topics covered will include:

• Effectively introducing change in the workplace.
• How to influence not only what your employees know about ergonomics….but also what they do with this knowledge.
• How to communicate with and motivate your workforce
• The 10 keys to program success: commitment, consistency, communication, accountability, respect, recognition, inclusion, creativity, flexibility, and fun - and much more!

At the conclusion of this webinar you will be inspired and ready to refocus your workforce on the rewards of a safe workplace!  

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