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Who cares about a simple office chair you
say? Well it seems that people have finally realized just how important
the right chair can be and not only for the office worker, but also for
the average home user too. People are now spending as much time sitting in
a chair in front of a computer as they do in their own beds.
According to extensive studies on the subject, the right
office chair
creates a productive workstation that maximizes the efficiency and quality
of an employees’ work. Why wouldn't you want your employee to be
comfortable and avoid common injuries like back problems, strain injury,
and carpal tunnel syndrome. These problems are mainly caused by
un-natural posture positions..
If you are the type
to cut costs and presume that any old office chair will be fine for your workers,
think again. In the long run employees that are inured or in pain from
sitting in a non ergonomic chairs can cost your company huge amounts of
money.
You may have heard of the term 'ergonomic
office chair'. This refers to a
chair purposely designed to fit the comfort needs of the user with
considerations such as surrounding environment taken into account. When choosing an ergonomic office chair there are some
important guidelines you should follow.
Important features you need to look for
Good lumbar support Ensure the chair has support for the lower
back as this promotes good posture.
Breathable fabric Having enough padding and the right fabric
allows the user to sit for hours on end without becoming hot and
uncomfortable. If your office chair has non-breathable fabric you can cover
it with a removable and washable cover.
Highly adjustable Adjustments to look for
should include height, backrest, armrest and lumbar support adjustment. This
will also enable the office chair to suit a variety of different users.
Quality Construction A Steel constructed chair is definitely
preferred over plastic. It lasts longer and can withstand constant use.
Also a five wheeled based is recommended as it is stable and
less likely to tip over.
Wheeled base Get the correct wheels to suit your floor surface.
For example you may need a different wheel type to allow your chair to
move freely on carpet.
Swivel base The chair should easily rotate so the user can reach
different areas of their desk without straining.
The benefits of having the correct office chair
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Reduces operator fatigue and discomfort.
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Helps prevent Common injuries.
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Comfortable employees are more productive.
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Contributes to a positive work environment.
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Reduces unnecessary breaks due to discomfort.
Correct seating position
An Ergonomic chair is
useless if it is not adjusted to the correct position for the individual
user. There are three factors to consider when doing adjustments.
The chair, your body type, and your surroundings.
Here are some of the
most common factors you should consider.
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Your backrest should follow the natural shape of your spine and support
the inward curve of the lower back. Avoid slouching.
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Your feet should rest flat on the floor. If they do not reach the floor
you should have a footrest.
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The armrests should be close to your body and allow your shoulders to
relax comfortable against the back of the chair.
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Your arms should be level with the height of your desk. This will prevent
strain from being in an awkward position.
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When sitting correctly and looking straight ahead, you should be viewing
the centre of your monitor screen.
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Your top priority when choosing an
ergonomic
office chair should be for comfort and support. It is definitely not worth
risking possible damage to your back by sitting in a chair that is not
designed to suit your needs. Finding the right office
chair for you is easy now
that there are so many different products available to choose from. Also
remember that this is a worthwhile investment and you cannot put a price
on the health and structure of your spine.
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