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ErgonomicsShawn, Aamir
What is Ergonomics? 10 tips for good computer workstation Benefits of good computer workstation Negative effects of poor computer workstation Example (What to do and what not to do) Checklist Rating Bibliography
Table of Contents
“The study of efficiency in working environments”
* Google Definitions
What is Ergonomics?
1. Use a good chair, and sit back
2. Monitor above eye level
3. No glare on screen.
(Anti-Glare screen is preferred)
4. Sit at arms length from computer
5. Feet on floor or Stable foot rest
10 tips for good workstations
6. LAPTOP – Keep on table
7. Wrists flat and straight in relation to forearms
8. Arms and elbows relaxed, close to body
9. Center monitor and keyboard in front of you
10. Take frequent breaks
10 tips for good workstations (continued)
Increased physical energy Reduce extra movement
Increased productivity Efficient and comfortable 20% increase in physical productivity and 40%
increase in organizational productivity Reduces Injuries
Benefits
severe health problems to our well-being. drastically increases chances of suffering from
carpel tunnel syndrome (which affects the wrist) decreases eye sight, cramps in our joints, strain
from overworking certain muscles and joints decreases a person’s productivity and ability to
work effectively. Increases the rate of employees resigning their
jobs because of bad computer station ergonomics.
Negative Effects
Sample # 1EXAMPLE
LIGHTING
Sample #2EXAMPLE
ExampleSample #3
ExampleSample #4
Checklist (HOME STATION)
CRITERA HAVE A GOOD POSTURE
FEET PLANTED ON GROUND
ARMS RESTED
NO SCREEN GLARE
TAKE FREQUENT BREAKS
In conclusion, out of a rating of 10 we believe that the overall rating of our computer workstation should be rated six out of ten. What was good…
- No screen glare- Take frequent breaks
What was bad…- Feet not planted- Bad posture- Arms not rested
RATING
Images: Peel Posture Picture
Info:"desitwist." 12 tips for an Ergonomic Computer Workstation. Crawlability, Inc., 2011. Web. 27 Oct 2011. <http://www.desitwist.com/health-fitness/12-tips-ergonomic-computer-workstation-12376.html>. ("12 tips for an Ergonomic Computer Workstation")
BIBLIOGRAPHY
http://www.desitwist.com/health-fitness/12-tips-ergonomic-computer-workstation-12376.html
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