The Dos and Don’ts of Workplace Ergonomics [INFOGRAPHIC]
Poor ergonomics within a workspace can greatly affect your comfort, focus, and performance. Here’s how to properly set up an ergonomic workspace to keep you on task, productive, and injury-free during your workday.
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Chair
Don’t:
Elect for a chair with non-adjustable seat height
Hold forearms and wrists out of line
Hold elbows and knees outside of 90-degree angles
Neglect back support
Do:
Seek adequate armrests that keep arms at a 90-degree angle
Allow feet to rest lightly on the floor
Adopt a chair with a comfortable cushion
Equip the chair with adequate lumbar support
Desk
Don’t:
Place telephones and other common items out of reach
Cradle a handheld phone between head and neck
Remain seated throughout the entire day
Squint at the monitor
Place the monitor above or below the line of sight
Do:
Put frequently used items within reach
Use headsets to maintain proper posture
Place monitors at eye level
Adjust font and brightness settings
Take short breaks to walk and stretch
Lighting
Don’t:
Put bright lights directly above workstations
Create an atmosphere that is too bright or too dim
Position monitors near windows that can cause glare
Create excessive contrast between the task and the background
Do:
Put bright lights to the side of monitors to avoid glare
Use indirect lighting to avoid eye strain
Opt for yellow-tinted lights versus fluorescents
Provide glare filters, light filters, and ancillary task lights