Being Well at Work: Ergonomics Tips These tips can make a big difference in your physical well-being at work.
Take a five-minute break every hour, at least, to stretch1 Drink lots of water2 Monitors should be no higher than eye-level and should be positioned directly in front of you2 Position your elbows at 100110 degrees1
Keep your wrists straight when using your keyboard3
Place frequently used objects such as your phone in close range to avoid too much reaching 3
Your knees should be at about the same level as your hips when sitting3
Supporting your feet on the floor or on a footrest reduces pressure on your lower back 1
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https://www.ehs.pitt.edu/workplace/ergo-tips.html
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https://ergo-plus.com/office-ergonomics-10-tips-to-help-you-avoid-fatigue/ https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/office-ergonomics/art-20046169
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