Ergonomics Online Training

This ergonomics online training was developed as a resource for Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and Seattle Cancer Care Alliance staff. It is intended to assist you in setting up your work area according to good ergonomic guidelines.

It usually takes about 30 minutes to review each section. Add more time if you need to make adjustments.

Tips for best results:

• It is ideal to review all sections that may possibly apply to you - all have important information designed to help you.
• If you need to correct or change your work setting, it may be helpful for you and a co-worker go through the process together.
• If you encounter problems, email the Occupational Health Nurse or call (206) 667-4866.

Get Started

Click on the section below that most applies to your particular job situation to start the training. Depending on your job, you may need to review more than one section.

• Office / Workstation Setup
• Ergonomic Awareness Education for Employees in Caution Zone Jobs
• More sections to come

What to do if you're experiencing symptoms

This training includes information on how to set up a proper workstation. It does not include information about Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders(WMSDs).

If you are experiencing any symptoms of a WMSD such as numbness, pain, tingling, swelling, etc., please take the following steps:

1. Notify your supervisor.
2. Submit an Accident Illness Report (AIR) form (PDF file).
3. Contact the Occupational Health Nurse.
4. Complete the training, making any necessary changes to your workstation.
5. Be sure to review the WMSD section of the EH&S Ergonomics Web Site

Additional Resources

• Washington State Department of Labor and Industries Ergonomics Home Page
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration Ergonomics Information
• Cornell University Ergonomics Web Page
• EH&S Ergonomics Web Page

If you need more information, contact EH&S at 667-4866 or via email at ehs@fhcrc.org