Ergonomics is the science of fitting workstations and equipment to individual human characteristics for safety, efficiency and comfort. Effective ergonomic design reduces injuries and increases productivity. To determine if a workstation fits properly, listen to your body and see a doctor if discomfort persists or worsens. Key factors in setting up a computer workstation include adjusting the chair, keyboard, monitor, and phone positioning as well as taking breaks and changing postures to prevent musculoskeletal disorders.

1. EVOLUTION??

2. ERGONOMICSFitting YOUR work station to YOU!

3. What is ergonomics?Ergonomics is the science of fitting a job, job tasks, and job-related equipment to individual human physical and psychological characteristics . One of the focuses is on designing workstations, tools, lighting, and work tasks for safety, efficiency and comfort.

4. Why do I care?Effective ergonomic design reduces discomfort and injuries and increases job satisfaction and productivity. Prevention/reduction of Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD’s).

5. How do I know if my work-station fits me?Listen to your body

6. How do I know if my work-station fits me?If you experience recurrent or worsening discomfort, especially if the discomfort includes non-remitting pain, numbness, or weakness, promptly consult a qualified physician.The earlier a problem is identified, diagnosed, and treated, the less chance there is that it will progress to a disabling condition

7. General Desktop Set-UpStandard furniture cannot accommodate everyone’s needs Make sure surface is stableConsider job functionsKeep frequently used objects close Keep area under desk unclutteredUse a document holder

8. Setting up your computer work station—The ChairPush your hips as far back as they can go in the chair

9. Adjust the seat height

10. Adjust the backrest of the chair

11. Adjust the armrests

12. Use lumbar supportSetting up your computer work station—The KeyboardAn articulating keyboard tray can provide optimal positioning of input devices

13. It should accommodate the mouse, provide leg clearance, and have an adjustable height and tilt mechanism.

14. Tray should not push you too far away from other work materials such as your telephone.Setting up your computer work station—The KeyboardPull up close to your keyboard.

15. Adjust the keyboard height

16. Position the keyboard directly in front of your body

17. The tilt of your keyboard is dependent upon your sitting position

18. Keep wrists in line with forearms

19. Wrist rests can help to maintain neutral postures and pad hard surfaces

20. Place the pointer as close as possible to the keyboard. Keyboard Horizontal Alignment