Enhancing EMS Safety and Performance Through Occupational Therapy Ergonomics Programs: A Student-Led Collaboration with a Local Fire Department

Presenter(s): MaryTuskey, OTS; KathrynLittle, OTS; EliseKamp, OTS; LaurenKubinski, OTS; KellyFrystak, OTD, OTR/L, ITOT

Contributing Author(s): BernadetteBryant, COTA, OTS; EmersonMussey, OTS; MariaFernanda Morones Gomez, OTS; SierraVan Craenenbroeck, OTS; JenniferLim, MOT, OTR/L

Content Areas: Home & Community Health; Physical Disabilities - including: Neurorehabilitation, Orthopedic

Target Audience: Student, Entry-level

Course Description: Occupational therapy practitioners can play a vital role in assessing needs and implementing ergonomics training programs for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel by addressing the proper use of work equipment, safe body mechanics, and injury prevention. This poster presents a collaboration between a student organization and a local fire department to promote work safety and long-term community well-being through education on ergonomic principles.