Important Notice

This programme is open to members of the National Library Board, Singapore. Please ensure you have your myLibrary username on hand before proceeding with the registration. If you do not have a myLibrary username, you can create one here: https://account.nlb.gov.sg

About the Programme

The onset of Covid has resulted in many changes and adaptations, one of which was the switch to working-from-home. This has resulted in an increase in ergonomic health issues, such as stiff necks, aches and pain in the back, shoulders or hands. Conversely, it has also created a renewed interest in the importance of ergonomics, particularly in the home workspace.

The International Ergonomics Association defines ergonomics as “the scientific discipline concerned with the understanding of interactions among humans and other elements of a system, and the profession that applies theory, principles, data and methods to design to optimize human well-being and overall system performance.”

In this talk, you’ll learn about ergonomic principles and its application. Pick up simple tips in designing your workspace, good habits while working, and simple, easy to do exercises that will help to minimize risks of injury and maintain your well-being.

This programme is the first of a 3-parter series that explores the health issues of working-from-home, and is organized in collaboration with Singapore General Hospital.

About the Speakers

Dr Gan Wee Hoe is Head and Senior Consultant at the Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Singapore General Hospital. He is dually qualified in Occupational Medicine and Aviation Medicine, and holds a concurrent appointment as Senior Consultant at the Changi Aviation Medicine Centre at Change General Hospital. He is a member of the Tripartite Oversight Committee on Workplace Safety and Health, and sits on the National Workplace Safety and Health Council. He has contributed chapters on occupational and workers’ health in several textbooks, including the Oxford Textbook of Global Public Health (7th edition) which was recently released in October 2021, and the Textbook of Occupational Medicine Practice (5th edition), which will be published in early 2022.

Mr. John Tan has been practicing as a physiotherapist since 2008, providing care to patients with musculoskeletal pain. He also holds a Master’s degree in Advanced Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy from King’s College London, and has received additional training in office ergonomics in the United States. He is a registered Physiotherapist with the Allied Health Professions Council, and is currently Chief of Outpatient eEducation in the Department of Physiotherapy, SGH and Program Director of the SGH Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Residency Program. He has been delivering office ergonomics talks to statutory boards, schools and multi-national companies for more than 5 years. John’s special area of interest is in treating patients with persistent aches and pains.

Ms. Tan Jiajie is a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist who has been practicing since 2010. She is passionate in helping patients in their pain management journey and believe that one should not be defined by their pain. She holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Physiotherapy major in Musculoskeletal from Curtin University, Australia. She is a registered Physiotherapist with the Allied Health Professions Council and currently the Assistant Program Director of SGH Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Residency Program.

Online Programme/Event Administrative Information

• This programme is conducted entirely online. You may access Zoom via the app or using a web browser
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