Ergonomics

By Iraj and Shreya

 What is Ergonomics?
Ergonomics is the study of workers interactions with their working
environment.

- It is a way to make jobs and tasks more easier to do with comfort

- Ergonomics focuses on safety, health and well-being of

individuals

- Concentration on ergonomics is taken across leisure, work, etc.

 What is ergonomic injury?

Ergonomic injuries are caused by the

presence of ergonomic risk factors,
including: Awkward or sustained postures,
forceful exertion or strain, contact
pressure.
 Examples of Ergonomic Injury
- Musculoskeletal Injuries (MSIs): occurs
when a person is performing the same task
over and over again and muscles, nerves, etc
can be damaged.

- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS): When

special nerves located in the hands are pinched
because of the wrist positioning.

- Scoliosis: Curvature of the spine caused by

sitting in a the same position for a long time.
Scoliosis is caused because of too much
negative pressure on the spinal cord forcing it
to form a S shape.

- Minor injuries can occur such as eyestrain,

 How can ergonomic injury be prevented?
The easiest way to prevent ergonomic injury is to take regular breaks to
do some stretching exercises. Also changing postures and adjusting
your workstation can help.

Some stretches you can do:

Shoulder Shrug Head Glide Neck Relaxer Shoulder Roll

 What does an ergonomic workstation look
Feet like?
flat on the ground or resting on footrest.
Backrest supporting lower back and back is
straight.
Adjustable keyboard tray and there is space
between keyboard tray and thighs.
Seat provides enough padding, width and depth for
comfort.
Elbows are relaxed and is a right angle.
Fingers are relaxed and wrists are in neutral
position (not flexed up or down).
& Top of the screen is at or slightly below eye level, head is 50 - 70 cm away
from the computer, and head is positioned forward and straight.
Does room 316 at Erindale
Secondary School contain
ergonomic work stations?
 VS

Room 316 Chair Ergonomic Chair

 Most of the criteria has not been met,
therefore the chairs need improvement.
9. Enough space to hold mouse Yes No
Most of the criteria has been met and not
many improvements are needed for the
monitors.
 ROOM CHECKLIST

1. Temperature is between 20C and 24C Yes No

2. Enough air circulation so that there is

little or no dust and bacteria in the air Yes No
(no open windows or dafts)

3. Workspace should be clean regularly Yes No

(no dust, mold etc. that can cause
allergies)

4. Lights are flickering and unstable Yes No

5. Colour is neutral and soft Yes No

 Most of the criteria is met and little or no
changes should be made to the room itself.
In conclusion, Room 316 has ergonomic
workstations but there can be some
improvement with chairs.
References
Business Textbook