1. Monitor height is slightly lower than eye level and 18"–36" from eyes
2. Monitor and document stand are at
same distance from eyes
3. Keyboard and mouse are beside one another and at the same height
4. Wrists are straight
5. Shoulders are low and back
6. Backrest is adjusted to provide lumbar support
7. Knees are bent at 60°–90°
8. Feet are supported either
on the floor or on a footrest
9. You have taken a microbreak in the last 30 minutes
10. You have altered your work position within the last hour
Ergonomic Bulletins - added value for EWI clients
Reinforce ergonomic and safety messages with EWI's new monthly Ergonomic Bulletins for industrial or office environments. Easy to read with supporting graphics, these one page reminders for your staff are a perfect supplement for safety meetings, lunch and learn sessions, or they can be posted on your corporate website. For more information or for a free subscription, email us at info@ewiworks.com.
Ergonomics research
www.ctdnews.com - information about cumulative trauma disorders (CTSs) and repetitive strain injuries
www.ergoweb.com - what's new in ergonomics, free subscription to weekly newsletters, contact information for ergonomic product suppliers
www.lni.wa.gov/wisha/ergo/Default.htm - Washington State, Occupational Safety and Health Administration website summarizing the Washington State ergonomics rule; provides ergonomics evaluation tools
Ergonomic Seating Health Hub - in-depth information about everyday ergonomics written and peer reviewed by physicians