TBI Education Programs and Workshops

TBI Health was founded on the principle of patient education and education is the core asset of our organisation. TBI Health can provide an array of educational modules to assist in the prevention and management of injuries in the workplace. If you would like more information on the training programmes available or are interested in learning more about how we can assist in reducing the impact of injury within your organization, please contact your nearest TBI Health clinic.

The following programmes are currently available from TBI Health:

Manual Handling Education — The Manual Handling Program is usually delivered in a modular series

Module 1
• Injury prevention and management strategies in the workplace
• Proper lifting and body mechanics
• How to do the job the best way
• Lifting assessment

Module 2 — Back Care
• Basic spinal anatomy
• Common causes of back & neck problems
• Preventative exercises for back and neck pain

Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Education — The RSI Management Program is usually delivered in a two modular series

Module 1
• Define and understand basic ergonomic concepts
• Identify the major factors of ergonomics
• Define and explain soft tissue injury
• Define and explain RSI
• Explain the primary risk factors of RSI The employee's role in ergonomics and injury prevention
• Identify the early signs and symptoms of RSI
• Identify workplace activities that are currently causing pain or discomfort

Module 2
• Organizing your Work Space
• Proper work station set-up
• Risk areas & common errors
• Basic stress relieving stretches
• Environmental factors

Proper Body Mechanics:

• Structures of the spine - basic anatomy
• Proper lifting techniques
• Doing the job the best way possible
• Proper pre & post stretches

Physical Fitness:

• Types of exercises
• Components of a balanced exercise program
• Benefits of regular exercise
• Keeping motivated