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Sprains, Strains, and Ergonomics
Learn how to avoid sprains and muscle strains in the workplace, including use of ergonomics.
Maestro
Updated Jun 16, 2025
What you'll learn
- Describe the basic anatomy involved in musculoskeletal disorders
- Identify the parts of the body most susceptible to sprains and strains
- Identify what ergonomics is and the benefits it provides in the workplace
- Identify how to implement workplace controls that reduce your risk of injury
- Avoid muscle sprains and strains at work and at home
Course Description
Muscle injuries, like sprains and strains, are impairments you might not think too much about—until it happens to you. And the odds of it happening are higher than you might think.
In this self-directed course, you’ll learn the basic anatomy involved with sprains and strains, the common causes of these injuries, and some methods for preventing them in your workplace. The course culminates in a 10-question assessment.
