Presented by: Jayson Scherer, Kathryn Strupp and Cheryl Egan

Ergonomics is the science of fitting a task to the individual performing it.

 Improve quality of life  More energy at the end of the day  Reduce injuries and associated medical expenses  Increase productivity

 Chairs  Keyboard/Mouse  Monitor  Document Holders  Telephone  Work Area

Proper adjustment  Forearms parallel to the floor while keyboarding  Upper arms close to the body  Thighs horizontal and feet flat on the floor  No excessive pressure on your legs from the seat edge  Backrest supports lower back comfortably

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 Top line of text is placed at or slightly below eye level  Monitor screen is approximately inches from the person.  Contrast, brightness set at comfortable level  Screen is clean, antiglare device is used if needed  Monitor is centered directly in front of you

 Adjustable task lighting, desk lamps at document sources  Reduce overhead light  Use non-reflective surfaces  Task lighting should not cause glare  Draw drape/adjust blinds as needed

 Should be close to the monitor  Should be the same distance from the eye as monitor  Should be the same height/angle as monitor  Adjustable

 Avoid cradling the hand set in your neck  Use an adjustable headset

Develop GREEN and RED zones Green Zone  Primary work space  Within your arm span (28” to 36”)  Items you frequently use during the day  Keep area free of clutter. Red Zone  Secondary work space  Extends beyond your red zone  Items you use less frequently

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Stand close to the load with your feet spread apart about shoulder width, with one foot slightly in front of the other for balance. Squat down bending at the knees (not your waist). Tuck your chin while keeping your back as vertical as possible.

Get a firm grasp of the object before beginning the lift. Begin slowly lifting with your LEGS by straightening them. Never twist your body during this step.

Once the lift is complete, keep the object as close to the body as possible.

Portal  Ergonomic Workstation Checklist  Stretches to do at your workstation  Ergonomic Tips / Articles Environmental, Health & Safety Department  Ergonomic Workstation Assessment  Ergonomic Program