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Pipette ergonomics

Pipette ergonomics. Save your thumbs... your elbows…your neck…your back!. Plate tilted up; padded elbow. BAD: Stretched thumb + bent wrist. GOOD : Thumb relaxed + straight wrist. Avoid pipettes that put your thumb in awkward positions

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Pipette ergonomics

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  1. Pipette ergonomics Save your thumbs...your elbows…your neck…your back! Plate tilted up; padded elbow BAD: Stretched thumb + bent wrist GOOD: Thumb relaxed + straight wrist • Avoid pipettes that put your thumb in awkward positions • Lower or angle your receptacles for easier tip disposal • Raise or angle your plates to see them better and reduce neck bending • Use an electronic pipette to reduce repetitive tasks (e.g. for mixing) • Take 4-5 min. rest break between every 20 min. of manual pipetting • Try to switch frequently between your right and left hands If you have DISCOMFORT, notify your Supervisor & request an Ergo Evaluation For more information, contact the Ergo Team at x5818 or ergo@lbl.gov

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