Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are a leading cause of worker disability and compensation. Prevention of MSD disability requires participation of managers, supervisors, workers, engineers, ergonomists, safety professionals and health care providers. A multi-disciplinary group of practitioners and researchers will describe current ergonomics programs and approaches that have proved successful in a variety of industries and companies. This program is intended for persons from all disciplines concerned with prevention of MSDs and associated disability.

This course is intended for those who are responsible for the prevention of injuries (or worker re-injury) and illnesses in the workplace, particularly: safety and health personnel; industrial hygienists; occupational health care providers, including nurses and physicians; industrial, manufacturing and workplace design engineers; management and labor representatives; and physical and occupational therapists working with industry.