Ergonomics (UK)

Help your team work more comfortably and reduce the risk of strain or injury. This course gives staff the knowledge to set up their workspace for safety and efficiency—whether in a venue, office or at home.

Course overview

Poor ergonomics can lead to discomfort, injury, and lower productivity. This course helps learners identify and correct workstation risks—supporting safer, more comfortable and effective working environments. It’s ideal for teams in any setting, including hospitality venues, offices, and hybrid workplaces.

What you’ll learn

  • Understand the principles and importance of ergonomics
  • Recognise signs of poor workstation setup and its health impacts
  • Identify risks like occupational overuse syndrome (OOS)
  • Choose and adjust appropriate equipment for ergonomic use
  • Learn how to optimise desk layout and reach zones
  • Spot environmental hazards that affect comfort or safety
  • Apply simple stretches and exercises to improve wellbeing during the workday

Why choose this course?

  • Helps reduce the risk of preventable workplace injuries
  • Supports wellbeing and productivity in diverse work environments
  • Short format suitable for all staff, including hybrid and remote teams
  • Encourages self-assessment and practical adjustments

Related keywords

MSDs (2) Musculoskeletal Disorders (2) Occupational Health and Safety (25) OHS (25) Repetitive Strain Injury (2) RSI (2) UK (11) United Kingdom (10) WHS (25) Work Health and Safety (25) Workstation Setup (3)

Frequently asked questions

Our courses are designed for businesses in the hospitality industry looking to provide professional training for their staff.

At the moment, our courses are available exclusively to businesses through subscription plans.

If your employer has assigned you this course, simply log into our learning management system (LMS) using the credentials from your welcome email. Need help logging in? Contact our support team.

Contact our sales team or request a free demo to explore subscription options and pricing.

Enjoy unlimited access to our entire course library, including this course and any future additions.

Absolutely. We can tailor the course to fit your organisation’s specific needs, culture, and policies. Contact our sales team to explore customisation options.

Our courses are delivered online through our easy-to-use LMS platform or can be provided in SCORM format to integrate with your own LMS.

Absolutely! Schedule a free demo to explore our courses and platform.

Course details

award-49-3 Certificate
Included
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15-20 mins
world Region
United Kingdom
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SCORM
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Allara Global

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