Fred was developed to illustrate the correct ergonomic position for a
computer operator.
He is the star in the ergonomic training video
" A safe workstation is no accident"
If you point to a number on Fred he will lead you to the appropriate text and product page!
1. Monitor Display
Your head is held erect. The top of your monitor is adjusted at or below
eye level. The monitor is at an appropriate viewing distance from you
considering the task at hand and allows you to maintain a comfortable
posture. As the ambient lighting and screen information changes, and your
eyes fatigue during the course of the work day, the monitor focal distance
should be adjusted.
...see
the Monitor Controller page
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2. Keyboard Platform
The keyboard
is adjusted to a height where your upper arms hang relaxed at your sides.
Your forearms, wrists, and hands are in a straight line. The mouse is
located where you can access it while maintaining good posture. Remember,
you want to vary your position over the course of the work session, but
be able to keep your upper arms hanging straight down and in close to
your body. This can only be achieved if your keyboard platform moves with
you.
...see
Keyboard Holder page
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3.
Seating
Position
The single
most important step in creating a good adjustable work station is choosing
a chair that can be adjusted to you. Ideally, in a seated position you
should be able to:
- place your feet flat on the floor (or on a footrest) - have your lower
back supported at all times - maintain a 90° (or slightly greater)
angle between your upper legs and back.- keep your forearms, wrists, and
hands in a straight line. Ask your sales representative to explain the
different tilting options, locking and floating positions, and operation
of the many adjustments available. Your specific working habits are the
key to choosing the right chair. For further information on seating see:
www.dauphin.com
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4. Eyes
Blink often and occasionally focus on something
distant. Check for reflections on your screen. Adjust your monitor or
use a good quality screen filter to help with this problem. Adjust the
lighting in your area. You may need to reduce the ambient lighting and
increase your screen or task lighting. Be sure you are not having to shift
focus between your work materials and the monitor. Your eyes are a muscle
like any other in your body and will fatigue over time. Lighting will
have to be increased as the day wears on and as age increases. Exercise
them like other muscles.
...see the
Monitor Controller page
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5. Back Position Are
you sitting up straight? Are your arms extended away from your body in
any direction? Arrange the items on your writing surface so you can use
good posture and easily reach frequently used items. Are you slumped over
- shoulders collapsed and neck bent forward? Make sure any documents you
are using are at eye level or slightly lower and within easy viewing distance.
Some people prefer the document to be inline with the keyboard and the
monitor.
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6. Feet Placement
Your toes and fingertips are last on the list
of places your heart pumps blood to. Therefore, it is extremely important
that you open up your posture and keep moving during the work day. A dynamically
adjustable footrest can help improve blood circulation and promote body
movement. Be sure to place your feet flat on the floor or the supporting
surface of a footrest.
...see the accessories page
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