
Arranging your office
Here are some guidelines for adjusting the furniture in your office
to accommodate your physical size and shape.
n An adjustable chair that provides firm, comfortable support is
best. Adjust the height of the chair so your thighs are
horizontal and your feet flat on the floor.
The back of the chair should support your lower back (lumbar
region). Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting
the backrest to fit your body properly.
n When you use the computer keyboard, your shoulders should
be relaxed. Your upper arm and forearm should form an
approximate right angle, with your wrist and hand in roughly
a straight line.
You may have to raise your chair so your forearms and hands
are at the proper angle to the keyboard. If this makes it
impossible to rest your feet flat on the floor, you can use a
footrest with adjustable height and tilt to make up for any gap
between the floor and your feet. Or you may lower the
desktop to eliminate the need for a footrest. Another option is
to use a desk with a keyboard tray that’s lower than the
regular work surface.
10
Screen positioned to avoid reflected glare
Thighs horizontal
Shoulders relaxed
Forearms and hands in a straight line
Forearms level or tilted up slightly
Lower back supported
Feet flat on the floor
Clearance under work surface
45–70 cm (18–28 in.)
Top of the screen at or slightly below eye level
(You may need to adjust the height of your
computer by placing something under it or
by raising your work surface.)
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