Case Studies

for
for the
the

OFFICE
WORKPLACES
Prepared on 8 November 2006

Please note that all cases are shared for learning purposes
only and in no way implies any liabilities on any parties.

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Case Study 2

Poor Work Station Setups

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Scenario 1

Problem:
 Insufficient thigh clearance

Solution:
 Position keyboard on desktop

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Scenario 2

Problem:
 Uncomfortable monitor heights

Solution:
 Adjust seat or monitor height to view the
monitor at eye-level.
 Avoid tilting the neck.
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Scenario 3

Problem:
 Uncomfortable working positions.

Solution:
 Do not place the mouse too far away from the
keyboard.
 Place it at the same level as the keyboard and
near it.
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Scenario 4

Problem:
 No leg
space.
 Tripping
hazards.

Solution:
 Remove unwanted items.
 Shelve necessary items in
cabinets.

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