Archive for the 'OFFICE ERGONOMICS' Category

In recent days most of you rely heavily on the computers.

For some of you dedicated computer work is necessary, while for others multi-task throughout the day.

Office ergonomics help you in a self-assessment of the ergonomic design of your computer workstation. This help to find and correct ergonomic problems to prevent repetitive strain injury, eye strain, fatigue and discomfort.

When come to the major aspects of office ergonomics task chair is the most important thing that you should consider. You should know how to operate the adjustable features correctly.

You need to adjust the seat so that your feet comfortably rest on the floor. Your knee position is slightly lower than your hips.

The next important aspect is keyboard and mouse. Sit closer to the keyboard and mouse so that your upper arms hang in relaxed position. Place the mouse closer to the keyboard so that no need to rotate your shoulder frequently. Move the mouse from the elbow rather than from the wrist down.

This computer desk is ergonomically designed for the people on the go.

Millions of people work with computers everyday.

The fold-n-go computer desk will help you to create a safe and comfortable computer workstation.

It is ideal for use in home, small offices, dorm rooms, or any where space is limited.

You can arrange this computer desk to your comfort level such as:

• Top of the monitor at or just below the eye level
• Head and neck in balanced
• Shoulders relaxed
• Elbows close to body and supported
• Lower back supported
• Wrist and hands in line with fore arms
• Adequate room for keyboard and mouse
• Feet on the foot rest

Product features:

• It is ergonomically designed for people on the go. It can be folded easily. [Ergonomic Computer Desk]
• It holds monitor, keyboard and CPU or laptop and printer.

In the latest work environment survey, it is declared that 34 percent of the employed men and 38 percent of the employed women are suffering with jobs involving strenuous work postures.

Proper workstation assessments are recommended to reduce the possibility of strain at work.

These assessments are important for every new employee, every time you move desk or at least every 2 years if you work in the same space for a prolonged period of time.

To reduce the strain you need to consider 5 key areas:

Eye position: Keep your monitor in proper position so that your eyes are at the suitable level with the top of the monitor frame.

The muscles in your upper body may get tighten if you lean forward or tilt your head to see your monitor screen. Your body gets strained to hold in that awkward position.

Office ergonomics means designing the work environment to match your needs and to avoid awkward working postures.

Aches and pains can develop into injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome and repetitive strain injuries if you don’t follow office ergonomics.

Minimize the risk of injuries by applying office ergonomics at your desk.

The work environment should be properly adjusted which can help you achieve the goal of spending most of the time at work in relaxed position which is also known as neutral body posture. [Ergonomic Seating]

The fundamental workstation component is the chair [Ergonomic Chair]. The seat height, back height, back tilt, and seat tilt should be adjustable.

The feet should rest on the floor or foot rest, the lower back should be supported, the elbows should be close to the body, and thighs and forearms should be parallel to the floor.