New employees, in addition to prevention through ergonomic principles, need to be educated in certain work techniques and trained in appropriate approaches to movement. Workers in specific work areas need to be educated in the special demands of their work area and given methods to cope with them. Different emphasis should be placed in education programs according to the tasks demanded of the worker. Know the type of the work and potential problem areas a. Sedentary work with static postures 2.
Most important aspect is the design of the work-task relationship.
Education focused on principles related to design of chair, seat, and desk. Another area with this worker is fitness since their job requires very little overall aerobic work. Education in stress management and relaxation for emotional and psychological stressors. H. Objectives of an Educational Program 1. Define C.T.D.'s c. Teach new approaches to movement or new techniques of performing tasks 2.