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Office Ergonomics Powerpoint
Office Ergonomics Powerpoint
Workplace
Environmental Heath & Safety
Department
G-4 TPP 65.2.13
ERGO = “work”
NOMICS = “rules” or “laws”
Ergonomics literally means
“the laws of work”
Position frequently
used equipment so
that you don’t have
to reach for it.
Avoid glare
- Keyboards
- Wrist rests
- Mouse pads
- Chairs
- Adjustable desks
- Glare screens
- Recommended when
on the phone for
extended periods of
time, receive frequent
calls.
CDC/NIOSH –
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/ergonomics/
Mayo Clinic –
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/office-
ergonomics/MY01460