Office Ergonomics Specially while we using computer or laptop
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This document discusses office ergonomics and proper setup to prevent injuries. It defines ergonomics as "the laws of work" and notes concerns like employee turnover, OSHA compliance, quality, and costs associated with injuries. Examples of common ergonomic issues are provided like wrist, neck, and back pain from improper posture. Guidelines are given for ideal workstation setup including chair, desk, monitor, keyboard, and mouse positioning. Simple exercises are also recommended to perform during breaks like stretches for hands, back, shoulders, neck, and at the computer. The overall message is that following ergonomic guidelines can improve comfort, productivity, health and safety.
Office Ergonomics Specially while we using computer or laptop
- 1. All we Know But How many we are AWARE? Khondoker Shafiqul Islam Ullash Assistant Manager (Operation) RFL-RPL (Shine-Bathware) Email: rfl936@prangroup.com Mobile: 01924-601330 Arifur Rahman Trainee Engineer HIP-RFL-RPL EHS Email: rflprod103@hal.prangroup.com Mobile: 0173116988 Office Ergonomics
- 2. ERGO=“work” NOMICS= “rules” or “laws” Ergonomics literally means “the laws of work”
- 3. Why do we care about Ergonomics? Employee Turnover OSHA(occupational safety and health act) Quality Absenteeism Injured Workers Increase Productivity Insurance Costs
- 4. Did you know? How do we killing our physical strength Day by Day by doing work in wrong ergonomic way?
- 5. What Will the Pain Be Like? Tightness Wrist Pain Neck pain Shoulder Pain Soreness Elbow Pain Back pain
- 6. Office Ergonomics Most we are working in computer in wrong way
- 7. Some common scenario Office Ergonomics
- 9. What to do for reduce ergonomic injuries ?? PREVENT, PREVENT, PREVENT !!! a) Warm up & stretch before activities that are repetitive, static or prolonged b) Take frequent breaks from ANY sustained posture every 20- 30 minutes c) Respect pain- positions or stop painful activity d) Recognize early signs of inflammatory process & comply early
- 10. Ideal Office
- 11. Computer Workstation: Elbows and Wrists • Elbows relaxed and close to the body • Elbows not extended forward or backward • Wrists in a straight line with lower arms • Hands not flexed up or down, or bent inward or outward
- 12. Computer Workstation: Legs and Feet • Knees bent about 90 degrees • Thighs parallel to floor • Chair at a comfortable height • Obstructions removed • Feet flat on the floor or on a footrest
- 13. • Comfortable • Slightly wider than hips/thighs • Proper length • Adjustable height • Adjustable tilt Chair Adjustments: Seat Surface
- 14. Chair Adjustments: Back and Arms Image Credit: Ergogenesis, LLC • Backrest with adjustable angle and lumbar support • Armrest broad and cushioned to support shoulders, elbows, and wrists • Armrests independently adjustable in height and side to side
- 15. Computer Monitor • Directly in front of you • Arm’s length away • Proper height so head is level • Documents placed close to monitor 50cm 15-30 degree
- 16. Neutral Keyboard Position • Elbows close to body and bent about 90 degrees • Wrists flat and in line with forearms • Hands not angled up/down or turned in/out • No wristrest when typing
- 17. • Control mouse movement from the elbow • Keep wrist straight in neutral position • Position the mouse properly • Switch mouse to other side if you feel stress Using a Mouse
- 18. Using a Laptop • Occasional users ▫ Sacrifice neck posture rather than wrist posture ▫ Sit back in a comfortable chair and adjust laptop • Full-time users ▫ Position screen like workstation monitor ▫ Use separate keyboard and mouse
- 19. At a Glance
- 20. Simple Exercises for the office • One of the biggest injury risk factors is static posture. • Try to spend at least 5 minutes every hour away from your computer. • Remember to ONLY stretch to the point of mild tension. • Try to incorporate the stretches into your daily routine. • This slide provides some illustrations of simple active stretches to perform at the office. Hand Exercises • Tightly clench your hand into a fist and release, fanning out the fingers. Repeat 3 times
- 21. Back and Shoulder Exercises • Stand up straight, place your right hand on your left shoulder and move your head back gently. Do the same thing for the right shoulder
- 22. Head and Neck Exercises • Move head sideways from left to right and back to left • Move head backwards and then forward
- 23. Computer and Desk Stretches … • Sitting at a computer for long periods often cause neck and shoulder stiffness and occasionally lower back pain. Do these stretches every hour or so throughout the day or whenever you feel still. Also be sure to get up and walk around the office whenever you think of it. You’ll feel better.
- 24. … Computer and Desk Stretches …
- 25. … Computer and Desk Stretches
- 26. Improve comfort Decrease fatigue Enhance job satisfaction Increase productivity Extend work life Protect enjoyment of many life activities Additional Benefits: Who Doesn’t want a SAFER work Station & keep own-self Healthy