Ergonomics
What are Ergonomics?
Ergonomics are the study of efficiency in working environments. Ergonomics help to measure the amount of strain, stress and injuries happening to your body by your workstation. A workstation has a huge effect on you and your body. Bad workstations can lead to a great amount of strain, stress and injuries. In this Survival Guide, you will learn how to have and maintain an ergonomic workstation environment.
Tips for An Ergonomic Environment
1. Have Ergonomic Equipment (Keyboard, Mouse, Chair, Desk, Monitor)
2. Have A Wrist Band To Prevent Severe Wrist Damage
3. Have An Easily Accessible Document Holder
4. Have Wireless Headsets To Prevent Neck Strain
5. Avoid Eating To Prevent Damage Of Surroundings
6. Have A Good Posture
7. Take Breaks Every 30-45 Minutes
8. Keep Your Feet Flat On The Floor
9. Have Your Monitor At Eye Level
10. Have A Clean Surrounding
11. Have A Quiet Surrounding So You Can Concentrate
12. Keep Elbows And Knees At Or Near 90°
2. Have A Wrist Band To Prevent Severe Wrist Damage
3. Have An Easily Accessible Document Holder
4. Have Wireless Headsets To Prevent Neck Strain
5. Avoid Eating To Prevent Damage Of Surroundings
6. Have A Good Posture
7. Take Breaks Every 30-45 Minutes
8. Keep Your Feet Flat On The Floor
9. Have Your Monitor At Eye Level
10. Have A Clean Surrounding
11. Have A Quiet Surrounding So You Can Concentrate
12. Keep Elbows And Knees At Or Near 90°
Effects From Bad Ergonomics
1. Musculoskeletal Injuries (MSI)
2. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
3. Fatigue
4. Sick Building Syndrome (SBS)
5. Neck Pain
6. Back Aches/Strains
7. Headaches
8. Eye Strain
9. Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
10. Stress
2. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
3. Fatigue
4. Sick Building Syndrome (SBS)
5. Neck Pain
6. Back Aches/Strains
7. Headaches
8. Eye Strain
9. Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
10. Stress
Benefits of Good Ergonomics
1. Keeps Your Body Healthy
2. Feels Better/Comfortable
3. Less Chance Of Injury
4. More Productive
5. Increase Accuracy
6. Reduces Fatigue
7. Less Absences
8. Saves Money In The Long Run
9. Reduces Stress
10. Reduces Strain
2. Feels Better/Comfortable
3. Less Chance Of Injury
4. More Productive
5. Increase Accuracy
6. Reduces Fatigue
7. Less Absences
8. Saves Money In The Long Run
9. Reduces Stress
10. Reduces Strain
Ergonomics are Important!
Ergonomics is a huge factor in IBT and since you will working on the computer almost every day now, you might as well follow these tips for a healthy and productive lifestyle.