Ergonomics: Working from Home Awareness Training

Introduction

Remote working is no longer a luxury — it’s becoming a core part of how modern businesses operate. In today’s climate, more employees than ever are finding themselves working from home — not just one or two days a week, but often full-time.

While flexible and remote working offer enormous benefits — from better work-life balance to increased autonomy — they also come with challenges. These include managing distractions, staying productive, setting boundaries, and ensuring effective communication with colleagues and managers.

This Working from Home Awareness Course provides clear, practical guidance to help employees adapt successfully to home-based work. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve your remote work habits, this course covers the tools, strategies, and mindsets needed to thrive while working outside the traditional office environment.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is suitable for all employees who work remotely or in a hybrid setting, including:

Office-based professionals now working from home
Freelancers and self-employed contractors
Managers supervising distributed teams
Customer service and support staff
Employees adapting to flexible or hybrid work models

Ultimately, it is up to the employer’s discretion to determine who must take this course, but it is designed to support anyone who can and should be working from home.

No prior experience is needed. This course is written in accessible language and is suitable for all roles and departments.

Course Objectives

By completing this course, participants will:

Understand the benefits and challenges of remote working
Learn how to establish an effective home working environment
Gain practical tips for staying productive and focused
Understand the importance of regular communication and team engagement
Develop strategies to maintain work-life balance and avoid burnout
Learn how to use key remote working tools and technologies securely

Course Content Overview (Video)

Video 1: Working from Home

⏱ Duration: 10 minutes 56 seconds

Adapting to working from home: mindset and expectations
Setting up a productive workspace
Managing your time and minimising distractions
Staying connected with your team
Balancing work and home life
Using technology and tools effectively

Assessment and Certification

At the end of the video module, learners may complete a short quiz to consolidate their understanding. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion — ideal for training records or compliance audits.

Benefits of This Course

Supports a smooth transition to remote work
Improves productivity, focus, and wellbeing
Helps reduce stress and maintain a positive work-life balance
Encourages responsible use of digital tools and communication platforms
Takes just 11 minutes to complete — suitable for all levels of staff