Ergonomics

OFFICE ERGONOMICS : 

OFFICE ERGONOMICS

Office Ergonomics - Objectives : 

2 Office Ergonomics - Objectives Define “Ergonomics” and how these principles apply to our workplace. Review Common Injuries/Illnesses. Identify Risk Factors. Review Safe Workstation Behaviors Review basic exercises you can do @ your desk During this session, we will accomplish the following objectives:

Office Ergonomics : 

3 Office Ergonomics Defined: The process of fitting the workstation to the person/employee.

Office Ergonomics : 

4 Office Ergonomics Common Injuries/Illnesses: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome – compression or restriction of the passageway in the wrist through which the nerves and flexor muscles of the hands and wrists pass. Tendonitis – inflammation of a tendon Tenosynovitis – inflammation of the tendon sheath Eye Fatigue/Irritation Headaches Dizziness Pain & Stiffness in the Neck, Shoulders, Arms, Wrists & Legs

Office Ergonomics : 

5 Office Ergonomics Risk Factors: Frequency Awkward Posture/Position Force Work/Rest Cycle Glare/Poor Lighting These can be all controlled with proper workstation design and adjustment.

Neutral posture is the goal. Other postures are awkward and can increase the risk of strain. : 

6 Neutral posture is the goal. Other postures are awkward and can increase the risk of strain.

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7 Wrist Posture

Office Ergonomics : 

8 Office Ergonomics Sitting Posture: Keep all chair legs on floor Keep Legs/Thighs Parallel to Floor Feet Flat On Floor Or Footrest

Office Ergonomics : 

9 Office Ergonomics Hand/Arm Postures: Upper Arm And Forearm Should Form Right Angle, Wrist/Shoulder Relaxed Hands Straight With Forearm Avoid Long, High, Frequent Reaches Overhead, or Wrist Flexion Armrests Provide Support Keyboard Trays or Articulating Arms Allow For Adjustability

Office Ergonomics : 

10 Office Ergonomics Monitor - Document Holder: Top Line Display @ Or Slightly Below Eye Level (Approximately 0 - 30°.) Screen & Document Holder @ Same Distance (18”- 30” and Close Together) Display Screen Should Be Legible (Brightness & Contrast Adjustable)

Office Ergonomics : 

11 Office Ergonomics Keyboard: Position To Allow For A Straight Hand And Arm (Neutral Position) Eliminate Wrist Flexion - Extension Palm, Wrist, Forearm Rests can re- duce Static Muscle Loading & Wrist Deviations Keys Should Be Easy To Reach

Office Ergonomics : 

12 Office Ergonomics Other Considerations: Neck Strains from Phone – Avoid lengthy phone conversations. Don’t hold phone on your neck, use hands Avoid “Dangling” Legs Avoid Wrist Extension/Fatigue

Office Ergonomics - Excercises : 

13 Office Ergonomics - Excercises Stretching Benefits: Improves Blood Flow Relaxes Muscles Reduces Fatigue Reduces Losses

Office Ergonomics - Excercises : 

14 Office Ergonomics - Excercises Finger Stretch: Releases The Tension In Hand/Finger Palms Down Spread Finger Apart Hold For Count Of Five Relax Repeat Five Times

Office Ergonomics - Exercises : 

15 Office Ergonomics - Exercises Wrist Flexes: Releases The Tension In Hand/Wrist Extend Arm In Front Of Body, Palm Up With 2nd Hand, Grasp Fingers of Extended Hand Bend Extended Hand Down Back & Toward The Body (Gently- Hold 5 Seconds) Repeat With Opposite Hand (5 Times)

Office Ergonomics - Excercises : 

16 Office Ergonomics - Excercises Wrist Roll: Releases Tension In The Hand & Wrist Hold Hands In Front Of You Keeping fingers Relaxed, Make Circles With Your Hands Do This Exercise Slowly Repeat 5-10 times

Office Ergonomics - Excercises : 

17 Office Ergonomics - Excercises Wrist Raise: Releases Tension In The Wrist/Forearm Hold hands In Front Of Body Raise/Lower Your Hands To Stretch The Muscles In The Forearm Repeat 5-10 Times

Office Ergonomics - Excercises : 

18 Office Ergonomics - Excercises Neck Roll: Stimulates The Neck Muscles To Alleviate Tension In The Neck Rotate Head Slowly To The Left & Then To The Right Slowly Drop The Chin To The Chest Raise The Chin As High As You Can

Office Ergonomics - Excercises : 

19 Office Ergonomics - Excercises Shoulder Roll: Releases Tension In Neck & Shoulders Slowly Rotate Shoulders Forward, Complete Five Times Slowly Rotate Shoulders Backward, Five Times

Slide 20: 

20 Exercises - Reverse “C” Reverse “C”: Releases Tension In Neck & Shoulders - Stand with feet apart. - Place hands in small of back. Keep knees straight. Bend backwards at waist as far as possible and hold for one or two seconds. Repeat as needed.

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21 Exercises – Leg Stretches Leg Stretches: Releases Tension In the Legs & Hips While seated, bend your knee and gently pull your leg toward your chest. Hold to your chest for 5 seconds. Release and repeat with your other leg.

Office Ergonomics - Exercises : 

22 Office Ergonomics - Exercises Eye Exercises: Helps to ease Eye Strain, Fatigue, & Greater Comfort Close Your Eyes, Keep Closed Long Enough To Feel The “Touch” Sensation When Both Lids Meet Move Eyes Left & Right Under The Closed Lids Keep Lids Closed For 5 Seconds Repeat 5 Times, Slow Sequence

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23 Eye Exercises

Ergonomics Test (T or F) : 

24 Ergonomics Test (T or F) ___ 1. The goal of a good ergonomics program is to select the right worker for the job task.

Ergonomics Test (T or F) : 

25 ___ 1. The goal of a good ergonomics program is to select the right worker for the job task. ___ 2. “MSD” stands for major sun disorder. Ergonomics Test (T or F) F

Ergonomics Test (T or F) : 

26 ___ 1. The goal of a good ergonomics plan is to select the right worker for the job task. ___ 2. “MSD” stands for major sun disorder. ___ 3.Repetition is a risk factor for hand/wrist MSD’s. Ergonomics Test (T or F) F F

Ergonomics Test (T or F) : 

27 ___ 1. The goal of a good ergonomics program is to select the right worker for the job task. ___ 2. “MSD” stands for major sun disorder. ___ 3. Repetition is a risk factor for hand/wrist MSD’s. ___ 4. Records tracking ergonomic changes are primarily for OSHA compliance. Ergonomics Test (T or F) F F T

Ergonomics Test (T or F) : 

28 ___ 1. The goal of a good ergonomics program is to select the right worker for the job task. ___ 2. “MSD” stands for major sun disorder. ___ 3. Repetition is a risk factor for hand/wrist MSD’s. ___ 4. Records tracking ergonomic changes are primarily for OSHA compliance. ___ 5.Working with your monitor in the corner of your desk where the neck is turned 60 degrees is acceptable, as long as the work gets done. Ergonomics Test (T or F) F F T F

Ergonomics Test (T or F) : 

29 ___ 1. The goal of a good ergonomics program is to select the right worker for the job task. ___ 2. “MSD” stands for major sun disorder. ___ 3. Repetition is a risk factor for hand/wrist MSD’s. ___ 4. Records tracking ergonomic changes are primarily for OSHA compliance. ___ 5. Working with your monitor in the corner of your desk where the neck is turned 60 degrees is acceptable, as long as the work gets done. Ergonomics Test (T or F) F F T F F

Ergonomics Test (T or F) : 

30 Ergonomics Test (T or F) ___ 6. OSHA considers braces and splints to be legitimate injury prevention tools.

Ergonomics Test (T or F) : 

31 Ergonomics Test (T or F) ___ 6. OSHA considers braces and splints to be legitimate injury prevention tools. ___ 7. Early reporting of symptomatic pain or tingling by employees is critical. F

Ergonomics Test (T or F) : 

32 Ergonomics Test (T or F) ___ 6. OSHA considers braces and splints to be legitimate injury prevention tools. ___ 7. Early reporting of symptomatic pain or tingling by employees is critical. ___ 8. MSD risk factors most often include repetition and awkward body posture. F T

Ergonomics Test (T or F) : 

33 Ergonomics Test (T or F) ___ 6. OSHA considers braces and splints to be legitimate injury prevention tools. ___ 7. Early reporting of symptomatic pain or tingling by employees is critical. ___ 8. MSD risk factors most often include repetition and awkward body posture. ___ 9. A safe height for the monitor is at eye level or slightly below. F T T

Ergonomics Test (T or F) : 

34 Ergonomics Test (T or F) ___ 6. OSHA considers braces and splints to be legitimate injury prevention tools. ___ 7. Early reporting of symptomatic pain or tingling by employees is critical. ___ 8. CTD risk factors most often include force, repetition and body posture. ___ 9. A safe height for the monitor is at eye level or slightly below. F T T T