This training was originally developed for, and presented to, King County's Disability Management Team in Seattle WA. It is recommended for professionals who are working as disability managers, ergonomics, or anyone who is involved in assessing and providing work accommodations and modifications for people with disabilities. An overview of 15 common disorders, diseases, and conditions; as well as their associated medical restrictions, ergonomic considerations, and accommodation strategies for employment is provided. The training has been prepared in modules and can be customized to meet your needs.
Approximate Length: Depends on the number of modules you would like. However, 6 hours is needed for the entire presentation.
Learning Objectives Include:
- Increase knowledge and understanding of disorders and conditions
- Identify barriers to work that are common to these disorders and conditions
- Identify unique ergonomic solutions that work to eliminate barriers to work
Agenda Topics
- Overview of Content and Objectives
- Statistics on Disabilities and Employment
- Needs Analysis Approach Used to Uncover Barriers to Employment
- Aging
- Arthritis
- Hearing loss
- Visual disorders
- MS
- Seizure Disorder
- Head and Spinal cord Injuries
- Cardiovascular disorders
- Sensitivities (air quality, lighting, temperature)
- Respiratory disorders
- Diabetes
- Cancers
- Muscles and Connective Tissue disorders
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
- Carpal and Cubit al Tunnel
- Endpoints
- Depuration’s Disease
- Firma
- Low Back Strain
- Tension Neck Syndrome