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Unit 2 The Working Environment

Unit 2 The Working Environment. Unit 2a – Office Layout Furniture Layouts & Ergonomics. ERGONOMICS. How the working environment affects the work of employees including: furniture, equipment, décor, heating, lighting, ventilation, noise, etc. Why Ergonomics?.

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Unit 2 The Working Environment

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  1. Unit 2 The Working Environment Unit 2a – Office Layout Furniture Layouts & Ergonomics

  2. ERGONOMICS • How the working environment affects the work of employees including: • furniture, • equipment, • décor, • heating, • lighting, • ventilation, • noise, etc

  3. Why Ergonomics? • A good ergonomic office will • reduce stress, • boost morale, • increase output and improve efficiency, • reduce sickness and absenteeism • reduce accidents and injuries.

  4. Office Furniture - Desks • Size and shape of work surface • Non-reflective work surface • Matching and combinable with other office furniture • Height, depth, width, weight, mobility, considerations • Mobile pedestal units may be placed underneath

  5. Office Furniture - Workstations • L-shaped desk for computer/paper work • Cable management considerations • Be free from clutter • Have all working materials close to hand • Easy access to a phone • Have drawers available for the storage of materials

  6. Office Furniture – Storage Units • Bookcase • Vertical filing cabinet • Lateral filing cabinet • Multi-drawer cabinet • Storage cabinet/cupboard • Mobile pedestal • Card index box • Cardboard box file • Metal box file

  7. Adjustable seat back Arm rests Cushioned for comfort Adjustable for height 5-star base providing stability Castors for easy movement Office Furniture - Chairs Swivel action

  8. Layout of Office Furniture • Suited to type of work • Make best use of the space available • Flexible to allow for changing needs • Provide pleasant/attractive environment • Provide safe working conditions • All employees to move easily between work areas • Keep noise levels to a minimum

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