Scribd Logo
Upload

Welcome to Scribd!

  • Safety Moment #3: Engr. Collen Noel G. Mabasa

    Uploaded by

    Collen Noel Mabasa
    3 views7 pages
    This document provides guidelines for proper ergonomics and posture while working at a desk to prevent office syndrome. Key points include keeping the desktop at elbow height with the monitor at eye level, maintaining straight arms and a 90-120 degree bend at the elbows, using a headset or earphones for calls, taking regular breaks to stretch and look away from the screen, and utilizing ergonomic tools like adjustable chairs and monitor stands. Proper ergonomics and posture are emphasized to reduce strain and prevent injury from prolonged sitting.

    Original Description:

    Original Title

    Untitled

    Copyright

    © © All Rights Reserved

    Available Formats

    PPTX, PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd

    Did you find this document useful?

    Is this content inappropriate?

    Report this Document
    This document provides guidelines for proper ergonomics and posture while working at a desk to prevent office syndrome. Key points include keeping the desktop at elbow height with the monitor at eye level, maintaining straight arms and a 90-120 degree bend at the elbows, using a headset or earphones for calls, taking regular breaks to stretch and look away from the screen, and utilizing ergonomic tools like adjustable chairs and monitor stands. Proper ergonomics and posture are emphasized to reduce strain and prevent injury from prolonged sitting.

    Copyright:

    © All Rights Reserved
    Download as PPTX, PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd
    Flag for inappropriate content
    Download as pptx, pdf, or txt
    3 views7 pages

    Safety Moment #3: Engr. Collen Noel G. Mabasa

    Uploaded by

    Collen Noel Mabasa
    This document provides guidelines for proper ergonomics and posture while working at a desk to prevent office syndrome. Key points include keeping the desktop at elbow height with the monitor at eye level, maintaining straight arms and a 90-120 degree bend at the elbows, using a headset or earphones for calls, taking regular breaks to stretch and look away from the screen, and utilizing ergonomic tools like adjustable chairs and monitor stands. Proper ergonomics and posture are emphasized to reduce strain and prevent injury from prolonged sitting.

    Copyright:

    © All Rights Reserved
    Download as PPTX, PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd
    Flag for inappropriate content
    Download as pptx, pdf, or txt
    of 7

    SAFETY MOMENT #3

    Prepared by:

    Engr. Collen Noel G. Mabasa


    Engineering Manager
    Ergonomics
    Office Syndrome
    Correct seating and standing position
    Reminders:
    • Desktop • Eyes
    - 1/3 of screen line of sight - Take breaks
    - Lower than your head - Look away/distant object
    - Arm away from your eyes - Avoid bright environment or window

    • Arms • Back
    - Resting on the desk - Use pad
    - Elbows are 90º - 120º - Must be settling on a pad or back rest
    - Weight is supported - Ears in line with shoulder
    - Use an external keyboard if necessary
    - Don’t rest the wrist on the edge • Stretching
    - Sit for 20 minutes
    • Calls on phone - Stand for 8 minutes
    - Refrain from resting the phone on your neck for long time - Stretch for 2 minutes
    - Use headset/earphones

    • Feet
    - Straight L or more relaxed (farther)
    - Feet on floor
    Workplace Ergonomics tools that can help
    • Mouse bridges/keyboard cushion • Risers

    • Adjustable monitor stands

    • Adjustable chairs
    • Sit-stand workstations
    • Headsets
    • Document holdersx`
    Thank you!

    You might also like