ERGONOMICS & INDUSTRIAL HEALTH PHYSICAL THERAPY

Paper Code: 
MPT 107
Credits: 
4
Max. Marks: 
20.00
Objective: 

To understand the basic principles related to human body and analysis for better assessment .
To understand the need of ergonomics

Unit I: 
INTRODUCTION

History of ergonomics
Need of ergonomics
Domains in ergonomics

Unit II: 
ERGONOMIC ASSESSMENT

Ergonomic cycle
Evaluation of ergonomic issues
Assessment tools
Exit assessment

Unit III: 
ANALYSIS

Job site analysis
Job task analysis
Avenues and benefits of ergonomics
Work hardening

Unit IV: 
INDUSTRIAL PHYSICAL THERAPY

Injury prevention and returning the worker to productivity
Ergonomics: Principles, issues related to hand tools, posture and material handling and lifting
Prevention of work related injuries and redesigning workspace, designing auditory and visual displays for workers, Occupational stress;

Unit V: 
Assistive technology used for stability & mobility to enhance function

Appropriate technology, skill transfer, sustainability, disability evaluation, concessions available to persons with disability,
Application of & environmental modification techniques to improve quality of life, information, education and communications

Academic Year: 
2023-24
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