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Study Course Description
Ergonomics, Course Work
Course Code
REK_172
Branch of Science
Anatomy; Clinical medicine
ECTS
6.00
Target Audience
Rehabilitation
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Liene Saukuma
Structure Unit Manager
Liāna Deklava
Structural Unit
Department of Rehabilitation
Contacts
Riga, 26a Anninmuizas boulevard, rk@rsu.lv, +371 20271291
About Study Course
Objective
To acquire the knowledge and skills to apply the basic principles of ergonomics to maintain an individual’s ability to work and promote health in the work environment.
Preliminary Knowledge
Human anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, interaction between the individual and the environment, environmental assessment methods.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.As a result of successfully completing the course, the student will be able to: • name and explain the basic principles of ergonomics and importance thereof in maintaining ability to work; • explain the metabolic processes in the body and the physiology of muscle activity during work, the body’s reaction to physical stress, as well as the possibilities of maintaining ability to work; • describe the factors of the work environment and the individual’s abilities that affect the performance of work; • explain and justify the occupational therapist’s tactics in case of various occupational diseases.
Skills
1.As a result of successfully completing the course, the student will be able to: • evaluate the work environment and the individual’s abilities in relation to work performance, using the methods learned in the course; • analyse restrictions related to work and the individual, and resources that affect work performance; • identify ergonomic risk factors in the work environment and explain their impact on maintaining ability to work; • recommend adaptations to the work environment and preventive measures for the individual to maintain ability to work; • apply ergonomic principles in patient transfer, choose and use appropriate aids in moving patients.
Competences
1.During the course, the student will improve the skills to select and analyse information, cooperate, present and substantiate their opinion, take responsibility and initiative while working in a group.
Assessment
Individual work
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During the study course, students carry out literature studies, learning/practical tasks (case analysis, practical skills training, work ability assessment tests, etc.) and write a course paper (in groups).
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Examination
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In order to receive a successful assessment, the student must complete the assignments given in the classes. At the end of the study course, the course paper must be submitted and defended, as well as a written exam (test) must be passed.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Class/Seminar
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4
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Topics
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The role of occupational therapist in occupational health. Basic principles of ergonomics. Application of Ulift app in ergonomic transfer and positioning of patients.
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Specialized room
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4
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Current developments in occupational health and occupational medicine. Procedure for detection and diagnosis of occupational diseases.
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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4
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Occupational diseases and occupational therapist tactics.
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Risk factors and assessment of the working environment, and preventive measures.
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Analysis of the working environment from the perspective of ergonomics. Methods for the assessment of work environment. Assessing the ergonomic risks of work environment.
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4
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Psychosocial factors of work. The role of employee.
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On site
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Physiology of work: assessment and dosage of workload. Physiology of work. Physical workload (static and dynamic). The body’s response to workload, the body’s adaptation to workload, changes in the functional status.
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Fundamentals of anthropometry and biomechanics: practical applications in the assessment and adaptation of work environment.
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Posture, assessment of posture, posture disorders, methods of prevention thereof.
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On site
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Methods for safe patient transfer. Patient transfer aids.
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On site
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Topics
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Methods for safe patient transfer. Patient transfer aids.
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On site
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Methods for safe patient transfer. Patient transfer aids.
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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4
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Topics
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Ergonomics in different contexts of occupational therapist practice: ageing of the workforce, occupational therapy strategy, preventive measures.
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E-Studies platform
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Seminar on Basic Principles of Ergonomics in Daily Activities.
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On site
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Seminar on Course Paper: Results of Work Environment and Personal Assessment
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On site
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Seminar on Course Paper: Work Environment Adaptations, Final Report
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
6.00
Contact hours:
64 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Defence (Semester paper)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Baker, N.A. Antropometry, In: Ergonomics for Therapists, 3rd edition. Inc.&Elsevier Inc., 2008, Vol. 5., p. 73-93. (akceptējams izdevums)
2.
Dan MacLeod (1998, 2008) 10 Principles of Ergonomics. (akceptējams izdevums)
3.
Kemmlert K. PLIBEL-A Method Assigned for Identification of Ergonomics Hazards. In: Fundamentals and Assessment Tools for Occupational Ergonomics. The Occupational Ergonomics Handbook, 2nd edition. Taylor&Francis, 2006; pp. 40-1 – 40-7. (akceptējams izdevums)
4.
Roja Ž. Antropometrija un biomehānika. Ergonomikas pamati, 2.nodaļa. Rīga: SIA “Drukātava”, 2008, 51.-62.lpp. (akceptējams izdevums)
5.
Roja Ž. Darba fizioloģijas nozīme ergonomikā. Ergonomikas pamati, 1.nodaļa. Rīga: SIA “Drukātava”, 2008, 15.-50.lpp. (akceptējams izdevums)
6.
Roja Ž. Ergonomiskā darba analīze. Ergonomikas pamati, 4.nodaļa. Rīga: SIA “Drukātava”, 2008, 100.-132.lpp. (akceptējams izdevums)
7.
Roja Ž. Ķermeņa stāvokļi un kustības. Ergonomikas pamati, 3.nodaļa. Rīga: SIA “Drukātava”, 2008, 63.-99.lpp. (akceptējams izdevums)
8.
Spaulding, S.J. Basic Biomechanics, In: Ergonomics for Therapists, third edition. Inc.&Elsevier Inc., 2008, Vol. 6., p. 94-102. (akceptējams izdevums)
9.
Phyllis M.King, Darcie L.Olson. Work (Chapter 49), In: Willard & Spackman's Occupational Therapy, 12th edition. Wolters Kluwer/Lippnicott Williams & Wilkins, 2014, Vol.49., p.678-696.
10.
Valterie J.Rice. Restoring Competence for the Worker Role (Chapter 28), In: Occupational Therapy for Physical Dysfunction, 7th edition. Wolters Kluwer/Lippnicott Williams & Wilkins, 2014, Vol 28., p.870-908.
11.
Kielhofner G. Model of Human Occupation: Theory and Application, 4th edition. Section III Assessments: Structured Methods for Gathering Client Information, Chapter 17: Talking with Clients: Assessments That Collect Information through Interviews, pp.278-287. Lippincott&Wilkins, 2017.
Additional Reading
1.
Eglīte M. Darba medicīna. Rīga: RSU, 2012. Pieejams internetā: http://stradavesels.lv/Uploads/2014/02/11/Darba_medicina_v2.pdf
2.
Pacienta pārvietošanas metodes, kas izmantojamas, lai novērstu balsta un kustību aparāta arodslimības veselības aprūpē. Eiropas Darba drošības un veselības aizsardzības aģentūra
3.
Uzmanību pārslodze! Muguras traumu novēršana veselības aprūpē. Rīga: Valsts darba inspekcija, 2006. Pieejams internetā: http://www.handlingloads.eu/lv/site/1/9
4.
Kielhofner G., Braveman B., Baron K., Hammel J., Littleton M. The Model of Human Occupation: Understanding the Worker Who Is Injured or Disabled. Work 12 (1999) 3 - 11.
5.
Joss M. The importance of Job Analysis in Occupational Therapy. BJOT 2007, 70(7), 301-303.
6.
Innes, Ev. Ergonomics and Work Assessments, In: Ergonomics for Therapists, 3rd edition. Inc.&Elsevier Inc., 2008, Vol. 4., p. 48-72.
7.
Isaksson M., B., Ahlgren C. „Facilitating Factors for Work Return in Unemployed with Disabilities: A Qualitative Study”, SJOT 2004; 11: 17-25.
8.
V. Kaļķis, Ž. Roja, H. Kaļķis. Arodveselība un riski darbā. 2015.
9.
Bracher M., Brooks A. Moving and handling strategies (chapter 36), In: Occupational Therapy and Physical Dysfunction, Enabling Occupation, 6th edition. Churcill Livingstone, 2010, Vol 36., p.554-577.
Other Information Sources
1.
www.vdi.lv (Valsts Darba inspekcija)
2.
www.osha.lv (Eiropas darba drošības un veselības aizsardzības aģentūra)
3.
www.handlingloads.eu (European SLIC inspection and information campaign devoted to manual handling of loads)
4.
www.ergonomika.lv (Latvijas Ergonomikas biedrība)