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Office Ergonomics Awareness: 

Office Ergonomics Awareness The George Washington University Office of Risk Management

Ergonomics: 

Ergonomics The relationship of people to their tools, tasks, and environment Tools are designed to fit the employee Today’s discussion will focus solely on office tools, tasks, and environment

Key Concepts: 

Key Concepts Neutral Posture (GOOD) Defined as the position our bodies take in the absence of gravity (e.g., in space) Position in which repetitive stress injury is least likely to occur Static Positions (BAD) Muscles become fatigued when blood flow is reduced

Office-Related Risk Factors: 

Office-Related Risk Factors Repetition Sustained static exertions Forceful exertions Localized contact stresses Posture

Workstation Design: 

Workstation Design Chair Monitor Keyboard Mouse Desk

Chair: 

Chair Choose one with maximum adjustments and simple controls Height Seat depth Seat angle Lumbar support Arm rests Tilt

Neutral Postures Include: 

Neutral Postures Include Sitting Head balanced naturally over shoulders (not protruding in front of body) Shoulders relaxed, not hunched Forearms and thighs parallel to the floor, at a 90 angle to upper arms and lower legs

Chair: 

Chair Adjust so Feet rest comfortably on the floor or are supported by foot rest Lumbar region of the spine receives support (don’t sit on the front edge of chair) Backs of legs are supported Armrests support shoulders and arms You are comfortable

Monitor Positioning: 

Monitor Positioning Directly in front of body About 18-30 inches away from body (arm’s length) Top of monitor about eye level, or slightly below

Keyboard Trays: 

Keyboard Trays Keyboard tray with adjustability (swivels left and right, tilts forward and back, allows for mouse, extends to different heights and positions) Position so wrists are in neutral posture

Neutral Postures Include: 

Neutral Postures Include Wrist posture Wrists straight, not bent or twisted

Keyboards: 

Keyboards Several new styles of keyboards Designed to promote neutral posture

Mouse: 

Mouse Should be at the same level and distance as the keyboard

Desk: 

Desk Least flexible component Obtain accessories to make due with existing furnishings If able to purchase new, look for designs that will allow correct monitor, keyboard, and mouse positioning

Minimizing Static Positions: 

Minimizing Static Positions Change Positions Frequently Take breaks from repetitive tasks to work with other equipment and muscles Exercises

Conclusions: 

Conclusions Take an active role in designing your workspace to prevent injuries Strengthen and improve flexibility Put practices to work in the office and at home

References: : 

References: Occupational Safety & Health Administration www.osha.gov/SLTC/ergonomics/index.html Texas A&M - Office of Risk Management and Safety www.orms.tamu.edu