Many proactive initiatives taken by the shipyard industry have resulted in a reduction in injuries and illnesses. However, the industry still has higher injury rates than general industry and construction. Students will learn shipyard ergonomic techniques that help reduce the number and severity of work-related ergonomic risk factors, eliminate unsafe work practices, alleviate muscle fatigue, and increase productivity. This course will also help students identify and address shipyard tasks that are performed in awkward body postures, at nonadjustable workstations, on scaffolds, and in enclosed or confined spaces.