If necessary, consider providing new power sockets so equipment can be moved. Can the user comfortably reach all Rearrange equipment, papers equipment and papers they need etc. to bring frequently used to use? things within easy reach. Are surfaces free from glare and Consider mats and blotters to reflection? reduce reflection and glare. Tick Risk Factors Things to consider Action to take Answer Yes No Is the chair suitable? The chair may need repairing or replacing if the user is Is the chair stable, have a 5 star uncomfortable, or cannot use the base and move freely? adjustment mechanisms. Does the chair have a working: Seat back height and tilt adjustment? Seat height adjustment? Castors or glides Is the chair adjusted correctly? The user should be able to carry out their work sitting comfortably. Consider training the user in how to adopt suitable postures while working. The arms of chairs can stop the user getting close enough to use the equipment properly. Move any obstructions from under the desk. Is the small of the back supported The user should have a straight by the chairs backrest? back, supported by the chair, with relaxed shoulders. Are forearms horizontal and eyes Adjust the chair height to get the at the same height as the top of users arms in the right position the screen? and then adjust the screen height if necessary. Are feet flat on the floor, without If not, a footrest may be needed.
If necessary, consider providing new power sockets so equipment can be moved. Can the user comfortably reach all equipment and papers they need to use? Rearrange equipment, papers etc. to bring frequently used things within easy reach. Are surfaces free from glare and reflection? Consider mats and blotters to reduce reflection and glare. Risk Factors Tick Answer Things to consider Action to take Yes No Is the chair suitable? Is the chair stable, have a 5 star base and move freely? Does the chair have a working: Seat back height and tilt adjustment? Seat height adjustment? Castors or glides The chair may need repairing or replacing if the user is uncomfortable, or cannot use the adjustment mechanisms. Is the chair adjusted correctly? The user should be able to carry out their work sitting comfortably. Consider training the user in how to adopt suitable postures while working. The arms of chairs can stop the user getting close enough to use the equipment properly. Move any obstructions from under the desk. Is the small of the back supported by the chairs backrest? The user should have a straight back, supported by the chair, with relaxed shoulders. Are forearms horizontal and eyes at the same height as the top of the screen? Adjust the chair height to get the users arms in the right position and then adjust the screen height if necessary. Are feet flat on the floor, without If not, a footrest may be needed.
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