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Ergonomic and Office Safety Overview

Ergonomic and Office Safety Overview. Connie Grondona, RN, MS Health Services Finance Network Presentation 7/21/05. Employee Responsibilities. Promptly report ergonomic concerns/discomfort to supervisor. Report to Health Services for medical assistance.

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Ergonomic and Office Safety Overview

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  1. Ergonomic and Office SafetyOverview Connie Grondona, RN, MS Health Services Finance Network Presentation 7/21/05

  2. Employee Responsibilities • Promptly report ergonomic concerns/discomfort to supervisor. • Report to Health Services for medical assistance. • Request ergo evaluation when you move and/or to identify at risk conditions. • Properly utilize ergo accessories. • Use safe ergonomic work practices.

  3. Tendonitis • Normal tendon glides smoothly in a tendon sheath • When under pressure, the capillary flow to the sheath is temporarily interrupted • When blood supply returns, swelling occurs

  4. Carpal Tunnel, inside of Wrist • Inside view of right wrist • Yellow nerve crosses under flexor retinaculum • Nerve has to share the space with nine tendons and tendon sheaths

  5. Cubital Tunnel, or ‘Funny Bone’ • The ulnar nerve passes by the inside of the elbow through a fibrous tunnel • Swelling can put pressure on the ulnar nerve • Symptoms are felt at the elbow and into the little finger • This is called Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

  6. Warning Signs • Watch for: • Tingling or numbness in hands • Pain: sharp, dull or burning sensation • Stiffness, reduced range of motion in arms, wrists • Clumsiness, loss of grip strength or coordination • Visual fatigue, watery eyes, dryness

  7. Prevention Hypotheses • Reduce force • Neutral posture (straight wrist) • Reduce repetitions • Ergonomic changes • Work breaks and/or stretching • Job rotation • General Health

  8. Ergonomic Workstations BETTER Adjustable Accessories BAD

  9. Ergonomic Risk Factors • Awkward positions • Static postures • Repetitive motion • Forceful exertion • Contact pressure

  10. Reaching Risk Factors • Elbow • Arm/Wrist • Shoulder • Back • Elbows in • Face the object you are reaching for

  11. Ergo Chairs & Accessories Features/Adjustments: • Height • Seat pan (width/depth) • Backrest height • Backrest tilt • Backrest tension • Armrests • Casters

  12. Monitor Accessories • Screen height at eye level (exception: bifocals and trifocal lens wearers). • about arms length away • Room lighting -avoid backlight, shadows or reflective glare • Flat Panel-lighter easier read

  13. Input Devices - Pointing Devices

  14. Notebooks, Laptops, Etc. • Laptops can cause: • Awkward arm position • Neck flexion to view the screen • Neck pain from carrying/transporting laptops • Fixes: • Use docking station and external input devices • Acquire portable devices and accessories

  15. Telephone Use • Telephone evaluation: reach, placement of phone, frequency of calls vs. duration of call • Cordless unit / motorized unit • LBNL Telephone Services

  16. Workstation Setup: Neutral Posture!

  17. Workstation Setup: Neutral Posture! • Use a good chair and sit back • 2. Top of monitor 2-3" above eyes • 3. No glare on screen • 4. Sit at arms length • Feet on floor or footrest • 6. Use a document holder • 7. Wrists flat and straight • 8. Arms and elbows close to body • 9. Center monitor and keyboard in front of you • 10. Use a negative tilt keyboard tray • 11. Use a stable work surface • 12. Take frequent micro-breaks

  18. Online Ergo Evaluation Request Screen

  19. Ergo Resources • Ergo Display Center (Building 26) • LBNL Chair and Workstation Loaner Programs • EH&S Ergo Accessories Loaner Program • Ergo Website and EHS Training Courses • Consult with ergo evaluator, division • liaison and/or health care • professional • “Terminal” Glasses • Download Stretchware: Go: “A-Z” “S” “Stretchware: Computer Work Break Software”

  20. Other Office Hazards - Electrical • Power Strips, or Relocatable Power Taps (RPTs) • Designed for computer systems (monitor, CPU, printer, scanner, speakers, etc.) and low current equipment (< 5 amperes) • Plug directly into wall outlets; do not connect to extension cords • Higher powered items are not to be plugged into RPTs: • Microwave ovens • Toasters/toaster ovens • Refrigerators • Office fans > 600 watts • Copy machines • Coffee pots • Portable space heaters

  21. Stairways and Step Stools • When using a step stool: • Make sure it is tall enough • Place on even surface • Climb facing the steps • Don’t over reach • Hold handrail • Eyes on path • Proper footwear • Carry small packages • Watch out for debris

  22. Materials Handling - Lifting

  23. Summary • Pay attention to your computer workstation • Get an ergonomic evaluation • Try to break up keyboard work with other duties • Report to Health Services with persistent discomfort associated with keyboard work • Review your office area for other safety hazards

  24. Other Health Services Information • B-26, open M-F, 7:30 am-4:30 pm • Medical advice, first aid and referral • Worker’s Compensation & Short Term Disability assistance • Medical Surveillance &Voluntary Exam Program • Flu shot clinic • Skin cancer screening clinic • Safety glasses including “terminal” glasses

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