Workshop on Ergonomics for Drivers: Reducing the Risk of Repetitive Driving Injury (RDI)

Prolonged periods of sitting and driving can place heavy demands on drivers' posture, particularly when sitting in a vehicle with added effects of movement and vibration on the body. Being comfortable and well positioned in a vehicle helps to reduce driver fatigue and the development of “Repetitive Driving Injury' (RDI) The five most common RDIs caused by driving are foot cramp, lumbar pain, stiff neck, side ache and headache/eye strain.

This Driving ergonomics program focuses on the health aspects of driving, drawing upon biology, psychology, engineering and design to create vehicle environments in which Drivers have a lower chance of injuries caused because of poor driving posture.

For Whom

This program is design for all company drivers, and corporate dispatch riders. The course will equally be beneficial to Truck Drivers who travel long distances for logistics provision

Learning Objectives

At the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Fit themselves to their vehicles so they can drive in with maximum natural ability of their body to move and respond to    
• Physical stress.
• Develop a Safety mind set and healthy working attitude behind the steering wheels
• Reduce driving related risk of accidents, injuries and illness by avoiding Repetitive Driving Injuries (RDI)
• Have proper perception that their employers care for their well-being
• Understand the common risks associated with prolong driving and be able to reduce exposure
• Enhance drivers' well-being and productivity.

Course Booking

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