Ergonomics At Work

Today in class we learned about Ergonomics. Ergonomics are working at a healthy work stations. You should care about Ergonomics because siting at a non-healthy work space can cause injuries for example back pain, and eye strain plus cost a lot of money. The best position for your chair is a very slight slope, comfortable and low enough for your feet to touch the floor. The best position for your keyboard is at a negative slope and below desk level, for your mouse its right next to your keyboard. The best placement for your monitor is as far away as possible but you should still be able to see the screen clearly. Plus you should have good light because if you don't it can cause headaches plus you could strain your eyes, neck, and back. But most importantly you should include movement and activity in you ergonomics is because siting to long can cause bad poster, so stay lose!