Ergonomics in the workplace
Ergonomics in the workplace
Ergonomics, Is the study of
Designing jobs, equipment, and work tasks to fit human physical
characteristics and energy limitations. It considers
body dimensions, mobility, and the body’s stress behaviour.
Ergonomics Hazards:
Ergonomic hazards leads to work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs),
which are occupational disorders that involve soft tissues such as muscles, tendons,
ligaments, joints, blood vessels and nerves.
Set up an ergonomic workplace
while working with computer in 5steps:
1.) Maintain
good posture:
Keep your back straight – remember, no slouching! With your
head balanced above
your
neck,
and arms resting at your sides comfortably.
2.) Adjust Seat:
Position your hips at bit higher
than
your knees, with your
feet on the floor / foot rest and your lower back supported.
3.) Position
monitor:
Raise or lower it so you can clearly
see the whole screen without tilting
your neck up or down.
4.) Place
keyboard and mouse:
Keep them close to each other on the same
level, So that it is to reach with your elbows positioned at 90 degrees. As you type
your
wrists should be straight.
5.) Rest regularly:
Avoid prolonged periods of sitting. Take short breaks for every 20 minutes; Take
a few longer breaks during the
day.
Possible Ergonomic improvements in your work place:
Benefits of ergonomics include:
v
Safer jobs with no injury
v increased efficiency and productivity
v improved morale
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