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Office Ergonomics Awareness
The George Washington University
Office of Risk Management
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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
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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
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Office-Related Risk Factors
RepetitionSustained static exertionsForceful exertionsLocalized contact stressesPosture
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Workstation Design
Chair Monitor Keyboard Mouse Desk
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Chair
Choose one with maximum adjustments and simple controls Height Seat depth Seat angle Lumbar support Arm rests Tilt
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Neutral Postures Include
SittingHead 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
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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
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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
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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
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Neutral Postures Include
Wrist postureWrists straight, not bent or twisted
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Keyboards
Several new styles of keyboards
Designed to promote neutral posture
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Mouse
Should be at the same level and distance as the keyboard
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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
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Minimizing Static Positions
Change Positions FrequentlyTake breaks from repetitive tasks
to work with other equipment and muscles
Exercises
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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
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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