Office Safety

Each year, millions of employees seek medical treatment for on-the-job injuries. Many of these injuries can occur in common offices. This online training teaches employees to understand the potential hazards in an office and how to reduce or eliminate them.

The online course reviews office hazards and how to prevent them. These hazards include slips and falls, workspace equipment, office tools and machinery, and fire hazards. Trainees learn about the importance of scanning the floor for trip hazards. Setting up one’s workspace ergonomically and logically to minimize physical stress is also discussed. Many tools in the office, such as paper cutters, shredders, scissors, and copiers can prove harmful if not used correctly or safely. Lastly, the course covers the electrical and fire hazards present in an office and how to prevent them.

When risks are identified, they can be controlled and prevented. Use this training course to prepare your employees for identifying and preventing office hazards.

   This course is in the Video On Demand format, to read about Video On Demand features click here.

All employees

• Introduction
• Avoiding Falls
• Putting Yourself At Risk
• Setting Up Your Workstation
• Preventing Eyestrain
• Using Powered Equipment
• Handling Office Supplies
• Fire Safety In The Office
• Conclusion

• Computer Workstation Safety