Chair

Problem

Tips

Corrective Action

My joints get stiff when I tend to sit for long periods of time - what can I do to improve the situation?

Workstation Setup

The closer your workstation setup is to your unique needs the more comfortable you will be.

• Consult Ergo Basics to learn more about ergonomics principles and applications.

• Go the through the Office Ergonomics Assessment to fine-tune your workstation.

MOVE!

Our bodies are made to move - not to stay in one position for long periods of time. Even if you are in the best posture possible you still will get uncomfortable within a few minutes.

Make us of the 30/30 Rule of Movement at work - every 30 minutes do 30 seconds of something else physically.

• Stand up to make or take a telephone call.

• Walk to another desk to relay a message.

• Get a drink of water.

• Take the stairs.

• Stretch.

• Set a timer to keep track of the time.

• Use the buddy approach to remind each other.

• Be creative!

Go through Ergo Basics and the Basic Ergonomics Assessment

Make use of the 30/30 Rule of Movement.