This course will be scheduled in the Denver Metro area and include basic ergonomic concepts of human variability, homeostasis, systems approach, static loading and the dynamic nature of humans as well as human anatomy and physiology with emphasis on the upper extremity and spine. Attendees will learn to identify upper extremity and spine risk factors for cumulative trauma disorders through basic skills for workstation evaluation. This will give them the skills they need to recommend and apply interventions to mitigate risk factors and improve the dynamic office environment, conditions and human interface.Objectives – Workshop attendees should be able to:

• Describe basic ergonomics concepts of human variability, homeostasis, systems approach, static loading and the dynamic nature of humans
• Recall human anatomy and physiology with emphasis on the upper extremity and spine
• Outline upper extremity risk factors for cumulative trauma disorders
• Discuss workstation evaluation methods to identify risk factors; and
• Develop and apply interventions to mitigate risk factors and improve the dynamic office environment, conditions and human interface