Home Ergonomics

Home Ergonomics. A good practice guide to posture while Working from Home.

Posture

Below are the basic checks of good desk posture.

Posture rules:

Get off your sofa! Set up your computer at a desk/table or standing surface

Eyes – with your back upright your eyes should be level with the top of your screen and the screen should be arms distance away from your body

Hands – forearms should be parallel with the floor once your neck and shoulders are relaxed

Chair (if seated) – please use the back of your chair, by sinking weight into the back rest you take stress off your back muscles, perching on the front of your seat results in slouching

Hips to knees – your hips should be above the height of your knees

Feet – should remain in contact with the ground

You may not be able to achieve all of these posture rules as your equipment at home may not
be adjustable. Be inventive, like using books to raise your screen so you don’t slouch!

Maintaining the health of your body helps maintain the health of your mind

Move that body!

Breaks
Get up and move around every 30mins. Hydrate. Rest your eyes by looking out the window.
Exercise
Your body requires movement to function and maintain good health. So additional movement in front of the computer is key. Further sitting exercise guides are available.

Good posture needs to be complimented with breaks and movement

Desk layout

Keep your friends close but your enemies closer!
The more frequently you use an item the closer it should be to you.