Office Ergonomics Training for Employees

Logistics Emergency procedures Location of restrooms Please silence phones

Training Objective At the conclusion of this training, you will be able to implement proper ergonomics at your office workstation for better comfort and efficiency.

Definition of Ergonomics Ergonomics is the science of matching physical and psychological demands of an activity with the physical and psychological capabilities of the individual performing the activity.

Maintaining a Comfortable and Efficient Workspace

Maintain a Comfortable Workspace Rotate work tasks Properly set-up office equipment Maintain neutral posture Use space efficiently Maintain adequate lighting Stretch

Height- eye level or below Angle- reduce glare Distance- arm’s length Placement- directly in front of user Cleanliness- improves readability Monitor

Monitor (continued)

Monitor – Bad Example

Keyboard Height- elbow height Location- maintain neutral body positioning Hands- supported Wrists- straight, relaxed and supported Shoulders- relaxed

Keyboard – Bad Examples

Distance- close to body Height- same level as keyboard Wrist- keep neutral, do not rest against a sharp edge Mouse

Mouse – Bad Example

Back - supported Arms - close to level Tension or Tilt- adequate support/ posture Feet- level and supported Chairs

Armrest Adjustments

Neutral Posture The position in which there is the least tension or pressure on nerves, tendons, muscles and bones. It is also the position in which muscles are at their resting length, neither contracted nor stretched.

Place frequently used materials in “usual/primary” work area Less frequently used materials in “occasional/ secondary” area Stand up to reach “non-working/tertiary” area Workstation Space Utilization

Secondary work area Tertiary work area Work Zones

Under lighting or over lighting areas can cause headaches, muscle strains, fatigue and eye strain, so Minimize glare (reflections on the screen) Adjust contrast and brightness together Add task lighting for documents where appropriate Position your computer screen so windows are not in front or behind it Lighting

Helps blood circulate, bringing oxygen and nutrients to the muscles Increases range of motion Decreases stiffness Puts you back in line Stretching

Rotate work tasks Use office equipment correctly, keeping ergonomics in mind Maintain neutral posture Use workspace efficiently Maintain adequate lighting Stretch periodically To Sum it Up

If you think there’s an issue with your workstation, make adjustments within your control. If those adjustments do not resolve the issue, contact your supervisor. Conclusion