Generally speaking (excuse the pun), people are unaware of their structural composition and, therefore, the effects that minor deviations may be imposing upon them day after day.

One of my education program aims is to get people involved in diagnosing some of the common problems that they encounter on a day by day basis. The talks are aimed to be informative but not technical - if people are exposed to all the scientific names of body parts and conditions the eyes glaze over and the object of the talk is compromised.

A typical talk is aimed at 40 minutes, but this may be adjusted according to the timeslot that is pre-arranged, or to allow for a more/less lengthy question and answer session.

In surveys it comes to light that, generally 19% of people fear death, but 42% of people fear public speaking (figures vary slightly between sources so don't quote me as precise). On this basis, if it all goes horribly wrong, I can always face the consequences and do a new foundation course - such as the foundation for a new ring road flyover somewhere.

If any group wants to listen to a talk, where the object is to get them, their friends and family fitter and healthier, please contact me.

Key Benefits

• Educate your members with a down to earth talk
• Save them from unnecessary ongoing doubt about their pains/problems
• Someone who is willing to stand up and talk to your members voluntarily
• A variety of topic subjects within one encompassing lecture
  

Capabilities

Having been a thespian and having to give business presentations have obviously prepared me for public speaking. I currently run massage courses so the content is right and I have taught judo for many years so presentation can be adjusted to suit any audience capabilities, whilst still being interesting.

Display Screen Equipment Courses.

Under Health and Safety law, employers have a duty to minimise risks to staff using DSE (VDU or monitors), keyboards, non-keyboard input devices, furniture and the working environment must all meet minimum requirements and be easy to adjust to the individual’s needs

Ergonomic setting up of a workstation is essential to ensure that Employees who regularly work with display screen equipment (DSE) - especially those who work for long uninterrupted periods – are not at risk of getting aches and pains in their hands, arms, neck or back. These upper limb disorders may become persistent or even disabling if they are not reported and treated early.

David runs 2 courses relating to the regular users of Display Screen Equipment which incorporates Ergonomic environments within the workplace. One is for the users of the equipment and the other course is aimed at the supervisory level, so covering the subject in even more depth.

They focus on good working practices and cover the following aspects.

• Display screen equipment
• Using laptops safely
• Workstation furniture
• Users' posture and implications
• The working environment
• Task design and rest breaks
• Employee training
• Risk assessment
• Eyesight tests
• Dealing with upper limb disorders
• Preventative treatments
  

Typical testimonial

Leighton Buzzard Business Club
David's presentation was illuminating and educational. His depth of knowledge was evident whilst he ensured nobody in the room was left bewildered. Several of our members benefited from the question and answer slot and found him very approachable after the talk, when he could be more specific regarding their problems.