Control Your Space Through Ergonomics
Increasing comfort and efficiency should be a priority as it may have a great impact on your well being and productivity. For that reaon the design of your workspace should be taken into account.
Ergonomics is defined as the applied science of equipment design, as for the workplace intended to maximize productivity by reducing operator fatigue and discomfort. What types of changes can you make in the workplace to improve your comfort?
Using a desk lamp rather than overhead or diffused lighting may have a positive effect on what you are doing. Preventing eye fatigue is just one of the benefits. Keeping your thermometer at 68-71 degrees will keep the room cool, but not too cold.
The heights of your desk, your computer key board and the location of your computer screen all affect your comfort and vision. The type of your chair and its height also affect your comfort. The distance you sit from your computer will greatly affect your physical well being.
Finally, the placement of items on your desk affect you’re your comfort and efficiency. For example, let’s think about the location of your telephone. How often are do you receive or make telephone calls? Where is the telephone located? Do you have to stretch to reach the phone or is it conveniently located? By placing your telephone in an easy to reach location, you are less likely to strain as you pick up the receiver.
Find ways to improve your comfort, well being and efficiency.
