Office Ergonomics: Measurements for Success

The successful implementation of an ergonomics program requires collecting data on worksite history repetitive motion injuries and assessing the corporate ergonomic needs. It is important to solicit management, department, and employee support. Program success depends on creating process, training p...

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Published in:AAOHN journal 1999-10, Vol.47 (10), p.479-493
Main Authors: Martin, Carol, Andrew-Tuthill, Donna M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Anthropometry
Consultants
Cost control
Councils
Cumulative Trauma Disorders - etiology
Cumulative Trauma Disorders - prevention & control
Employees
Ergonomics
Humans
Interior Design and Furnishings
Keyboards
Nursing Assessment - methods
Occupational Diseases - etiology
Occupational Diseases - prevention & control
Occupational Health Nursing - methods
Posture
Success
Task forces
Trauma
Work stations
Workers compensation
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Summary:The successful implementation of an ergonomics program requires collecting data on worksite history repetitive motion injuries and assessing the corporate ergonomic needs. It is important to solicit management, department, and employee support. Program success depends on creating process, training program, skilled assessors, and an accountability method. A thorough understanding and application of neutral posture and the three seated chair positions is essential. Evaluation of the entire individual work-space is essential. Precise measurements of the individual, the office chair, and the work surfaces should be completed, and heights adjusted to meet individual needs. Functional, totally adjustable office chairs are a necessity. Vendor selection criteria and vendor contracts for chairs and office equipment assure consistent specifications and cost control.
ISSN:2165-0799
0891-0162
2165-0969
DOI:10.1177/216507999904701005