ES : Lesson 5 : Workstation Setup

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Lesson 5 : Workstation Setup

1. Workstation adjustments:

Sitting: chair adjustments are made so work can be performed with good postural alignment. Neutral posture when seated, is: ( Refer Image 1)

• Feet are resting comfortably on the floor or on a footrest
• Thighs are fully supported by chair seat
• Hip angle is 90 to 110 degrees with knees slightly lower than hips
• Chair backrest supports the natural curve of the back

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  Elbows rest comfortably at one’s side
• Wrists are straight/flat
• Head is centered over the neck and shoulders

Standing: desk adjustments are made so work can be performed with good postural alignment. Neutral posture when standing, is:( Refer Image 2)

• Feet are resting comfortably on the floor.
• Knees unlocked
• Elbows rest comfortably at one’s side
• Wrists are straight/flat
• Head is centered over the neck and shoulders

2. Work tools (i.e., keyboard, mouse, telephone, etc.) are positioned within easy reach so elbows rest   comfortably at one’s side when keying and mousing

3. “Cradling” the telephone handset between one’s shoulder and ear should be avoided. Consider using a headset or speaker option.
 
4. Monitor(s) and document holder should be positioned to allow neutral posture of one’s head and neck.

• Top of monitor(s) is/are at brow height or lower if bifocals are used
• Center monitor in front of keyboard.
• Document holder is in-line with or adjacent to monitor

5. Frequent change of position, movement and/or stretching is the optimal way to maintain energy, form and productivity.

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