For those who sit at their desks all day to work, having an ergonomic workspace is very important – the little things really do help the body stay healthy! Not sure what ergonomic means? Don’t worry – it’s a bit of an odd term! Ergonomic essentially means that the surroundings and activities are designed to put minimal stress on a person’s body. For example, you can get specially designed keyboard that keep the wrists at the right angle to minimise repetitive strain injury. In many workplaces, the term is defined as “fitting the worker to the job, not the job to the worker.” So if you’re feeling the strain in your workplace, here are some changes you can make to ensure your body deals with the strain.
Make Sure There’s Enough Room To Move Around
Having enough space to easily stroll around the office is really important for your staff. Sitting for extended periods of time is very bad for your health, and even taking a quick walk once every hour will work wonders for your body. If you’ve recently completed an office relocation, get you moving company like Your Local Movers to arrange the desks and furniture with gaps and pathways. This will allow your staff to take a quick walk around the office, stretch their muscles and keep their health in check.
Turn The Chairs Into Swivel Chairs
This may seem like an unnecessary change, but you’d be surprised the difference that a swivel chair makes, compared to a stationary one that doesn’t flex or move! This is because when you reach for objects on your table or around you, you can strain muscles in your body. A swivel chair means that the chair moves along with you. You won’t strain your back when turning and you don’t have to strain your neck looking around for objects.
Keep Your Computer Monitors At The Right Distance
Staring at a screen all day is strain enough for your eyes. To minimize the impact, place the monitor on your desk so that it is around your arm’s length away from you. At this distance your eyes will be able to focus on the screen naturally without strain.
Keep Your Frequently Used Stationery Close
Take a quick look at your desk. What do you use the most? Are all those items within easy reach? Ensuring all your frequently used items are within arm’s length reduces the strain on your body. Put everything else out of your sight or tuck it away in your desk drawer. Not only will it give your desk an instant clean, it’ll help clear your head of clutter.
For those who work full-time sitting down at a desk, it’s important to consider your surroundings. Think about ergonomics and how you can reduce the strain on your body to keep your health (and mind) in check. A few small changes can go a very long way when it comes to making your workplace suit your body – plus, your muscles will thank you for it!
What are some small changes you’ve made to make your workplace better for your health?
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