Protect yourself at work

TODAY

Introduction

80% of Australians will experience back pain at some point in their life.

What is posture?

Posture is the way your muscles and skeleton hold your body erect

Posture affects breathing, muscle growth, mobility

Good posture versus poor posture

Most poor postures can be corrected with specialised corrective exercises and

changing habits.

Office Workstation Ergonomics

The objectives of workstation ergonomics are to: Fit the workstation to the

employee

Reduce awkward positions

Encourage correct posture

Identify hazards such as excess glare, noise, poor temperature control

• Head

– Head vertical and facing forward

– Chin tucked in towards spine

– Hold the phone in one hand when in use – or use head set

Office Workstation Ergonomics

• Elbows

– Elbows relaxed and close to the ribs

– Keyboard in line with sternum so elbows and forearms can remain in a 90 degree angle close to the body

Office Workstation Ergonomics

• Using a Laptop – Use same ergonomic principles as a computer

– Use a laptop stand and set up laptop screen with a monitor

– Set up the height of the laptop stand to ensure it suits your chair position

– Use separate keyboard and mouse

Office Workstation Ergonomics

What to avoid

Avoid repetition

Avoid long duration of same task

Avoid static postures/movements

Avoid pushing/pulling

Avoid lifting objects with one hand

Avoid twisting your body

What can I do today?

Look up & away from your work frequently

Change your seated/standing position occasionally

Take frequent mini breaks & include stretches/exercises

Vary tasks and the daily order of tasks

Apply ergonomic principals at home too

Change Management

Change is worth it

Your health is worth it

Your clients, family members, friends, and team members need you to put your health first

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