Side 1 - contains a total of 50 recommendations to improve posture
in the workplace.
General Set-up
- Shows the user how to set-up and use the equipment on their
desk.
- Enables the user to quickly check their workstation every time
they return to it.
- This is essential if employees are hot desking or job sharing.
Chair
- Describes what type of chair should be used.
- How to adjust the chair to suit your body.
- How to position the chair in relation to the workstation.
You
- Every user is unique therefore the workstation must be right
for them.
- Shows the user how to align their body to reduce muscular tension
and fatigue.
Keyboarding
- How the keyboard should be positioned and used to minimise strain.
- Incorrect posture and use of the keyboard can give rise to RSI
and other Work Related Upper Limb Disorders.
Mouse
- Much used equipment that is often overlooked when considering
workplace posture.
- Here are 8 recommendations on the correct use of a mouse.
Side
2 contains:
- 15 stretches, specially designed to reduce fatigue and tension
in each of the key muscle groups.
- Each stretch can easily be done without leaving the workstation
and should be repeated regularly throughout the day.
- Prolonged static posture of the neck and head are known to cause
musculo-skeletal problems.
- Highly repetitive movements, awkward posture and prolonged periods
of working without a break can lead to RSI and other Work Related
Upper Limb Disorders such as: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Cramp of
the hand, Epicondylitis - Tennis Elbow and Golfers Elbow, Tenosynovitis,
Tendinitis.
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