Name: Luke Greenwood

01/06/2017
Multimedia
Workstation Safety Assignment
Make Changes to your workstation as you work through this assignment. Submit the finished
page to your blog with an entry title of Workstation Safety Assignment.
Answer the following questions in your own words.
1. Define Ergonomics:
The study of people's efficiency in their working environment.
2. What are signs and symptoms of musculoskeletal Injuries (MSIs)?
Signs and symptoms of musculoskeletal injuries injury or disorder in the soft tissue, the
study of people's efficiency in their working environment.
3. Fill in the seven key aspects of ideal workstation posture.

1. head straight and over your shoulders

2. Eyes looking a little downward, 30 range from horizontal line of sight; without twisting or
bending from the neck.
3. Wrist in a neutral/straight position.
Elbows bent at 90, forearms horizontal.
Shoulders should be relaxed, but not depressed.
4. If this is not possible, then the feet should be mostly fully supported by a footrest.
5. Back should be supported by the backrest of the chair that promotes the natural curve of
the lower back.
6. Thighs horizontal with a 90110 angle
At the hip
7. Feet fully supported and flat on the floor.

4. Posture is the most important aspect when looking at workstation design.

5. What should you consider when buying or setting up your chair relating to these
aspects?
a) Height: Just below knee cap
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b) Back Support: supports natural curve
c) Seat Tilt: adjust to improve comfort 5 degrees recommended
d) Depth: when your lean back your knees should not touch the seat
e) Width: The seat pan should be wide enough so it does not apply pressure to your
thighs.
f) Armrests: elbow height

6. What are two things to consider when using a keyboard?

Your preference what youre doing
7. What are two things to consider when using a mouse?
Level with the keyboard easy to reach
8. Which two keyboard shortcuts will you use most often?
You Press It Does
Ctrl+C Copy
Ctrl+V Pastes

9. What are three things to consider when setting up your monitor?

Setup the monitor so that your neck doesnt have to be offset from your body or leveled.
10. How often should you take a break from your work to stretch?
Every 1 hour.