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Ergonomics
This document discusses workstation ergonomics and how to set up a workstation to be more comfortable and productive. It defines ergonomics as "the laws of work" and discusses basic risk factors like repetitive motions and static postures. The document provides guidelines for proper workstation setup, including having an adjustable chair and desk at comfortable heights and distances from the monitor. It also recommends taking regular breaks to prevent injuries from poor posture or overuse. The goal of ergonomics is to enhance worker comfort, safety, and efficiency to increase overall productivity.
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Ergonomics
- 1. Workstation Ergonomics Make yourwork area more comfortable & productive
- 2. • What isErgonomics ? • Basic Risk factors • Work station essentials & General rules for office ergonomics setups • Common risks • Signs and symptoms • Prevention • Summary AGENDA
- 3. What is Ergonomics? ERGO=“work” NOMICS= “rules” or “laws” Ergonomics literally means “the laws of work”
- 4. Basic Risk Factors •Repetitive activity • Non-Neutral Postures • Static Postures • Contact Pressures • Material Handling • Forceful exertions • Work Habit & Style • Environmental Factors
- 5. Workstation Essentials Office furniture –Adjustable and supportive chair – A fixed height desk with a height adjustable footrest, or, an adjustable desk
- 6. Workstation Essentials Frequent changesin posture and regular breaks from sitting Sufficient work surface
- 7. Workstation Essentials Sufficient areato enter and move about the work area and allow for frequent changes in posture Storage for personal items and work requirements Work Environment – satisfactory temperature – not too noisy – appropriate lighting – good air quality
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- 9. Monitor • User shouldbe in-line • Top line should be at least 150 below eye level • Lighting should be ambient • Reduce glare if possible • Use document holder
- 10. Keyboard/Mouse • Keyboard andmouse should be at the same level • Keep wrist in a neutral position • Keep mouse close as possible • Avoid clicking too hard • Avoid typing too hard
- 11. Chair •Chairs should beadjustable •Forearms, thighs, and wrist parallel to the floor •Armrest should be adjustable •Avoid cradling the phone •Chair should have backrest
- 12. 46-76 cm (arm’s length) 58-71cm 40-52 cm • Top of screen about eye level; lower for bifocal wearers • Document holder in same plane as screen • Chair: provide low back support, prefer adjustments can be made while seated • Keyboard height allows elbows in and wrists straight • Mouse same height and distance as keyboard • Keyboard rest: if used, should be padded • Allow room for legs and feet • Feet should rest on floor or footrest 90-105° 90-105° Computer workstation setup
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- 20. Reduce awkward posture Telephone handlingExperiments in lab
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- 25. Common Risks for Office& Lab Personnel Poor posture – back pain – head and neck discomfort – shoulder, arm, hand and wrist discomfort – leg and foot discomfort – circulation problems – headaches
- 26. Glare and lighting •eye discomfort, eye strain and headaches Poor working environment – exposure to noise, poor air quality and uncomfortable temperature. Long duration and lack of task variety musculoskeletal injury and occupational health hazards
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- 29. P o orP o o r B o d y M e c h a n i c sB o d y M e c h a n i c s
- 30. C r ad l i n g T e l e p h o n e C a u s e s..
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- 32. Signs and symptoms •Fatigue • Discomfort/pain • Swelling • Loss of motion • Loss of strength • Numbness and tingling *Information provided by Richard W. Bunch, PhD, PT
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- 34. Prevention • Reduce excessiverepetition • Work in neutral position • Take breaks (stretching) • Soft contact points • Material handling loads • Reduce excessive forces and weights • Environmental Factors • Work space
- 35. • Proper WorkstationSetup • Change the Postural • Good Work habits HOW TO PREVENT
- 36. Change the posture •Neck Posture • Sitting Posture • Typing Posture • Use of Mouse Ideal
- 37. W o rk H a b i t s • Take rest breaks • Practice good body mechanics • Exercise at work – s-t-r-e-t-c-h
- 38. EXERCISE THERAPY 20-20-20 rule 20minutes-20 feet -20 seconds
- 39. Workstation Ergonomic Self-Assessment If youare worried about the comfort of your workstation you should carry out a Workstation Ergonomics Self-Assessment
- 40. Workstation Evaluation If theresults of your self assessment identify that problems exist with your workstation, you should in the first instance discuss these issues with your Supervisor. If you have any further concerns or require further assistance, please contact the Environment, Health & Safety Team.
- 41. Summary • Remember goodbody position • Modify your work place suitable to the work • Give Regular breaks and do some ergo stretches • Remember to report any pain/soreness
- 42. .GOOD ERGONOMICS ISGOOD ECONOMICS It Enhances comfort Reduces musculoskeletal discomfort & work injuries. Decreases absenteeism. Improves individual efficiency. Improves job satisfaction and morale. THERE BY INCREASING THE PRODUCTIVITY OF THE ORGANISATION
Editor's Notes
- #18 With this new style mouse there is no ball or hand held object to move. Either one or both index fingers can operate the roller bar to smoothly and accurately position the curser. The mouse is actually the roller bar and the four gray buttons you see at the bottom of the keyboard. This allows for a totally different application by the user, minimal hand movement and you let your fingers do the walking.