OFFICE

ERGONOMICS
KAEFER Kuwait
Navdeep Menon (HSE)

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KAEFER Family
Project : ALL PROJECTS
Location : Kuwait
Country Manager : Mr. Anoop Ramakrishna
Operation Manager : Mr. Rakesh Chand
HSE Manager : Mr. Mohammed Khaliquzzama
Admin Manager : Mr. Hitesh Mohan
Site Manager : Mr. Cyrus Q Pereira & Mr. Pappu Manohar
Scope : Office Work

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 Contents

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1 Introduction 15 Perfect Office Anatomy
2 Aim & objectives 16 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
3 Principles of Ergonomics 17 Exercise Together
4 Advantages 18 Basic Neutral
5 Effects of Ergonomics 19 Basic Relief
6 Ergonomics Injuries 20 Lower Body Relief
7 Symptoms of lack of 21 Standing Neutral
Ergonomics
8 Causes of Bodily pains 22 Safe Lifting Practices
9 Back Pain 23 Life Plants
10 Pressure of Discs 24 Exercises for the Employees
11 Ergonomics Control 25 Computer & Desk Stretches
12 Stress Sensitive Area 26 Conclusion
13 Correct Body Postures 27 Summary
14 Additional Setup Steps

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 Introduction

The word Ergonomics is

derived from the Greek term
ergo meaning work and
effort, and nomos meaning
to study.

It is the study of fitting work to

people NOT people to work

The better the fit the higher the

level of safety and worker
efficiency.

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 Ergonomics Involves

Work
Environment

People
Tools
& Job Task
Equipment

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 Aims and
Objectives
The objective is to improve the
efficiency of operation by taking into
account a typical person's size,
strength, speed, visualacuity, and
physiological stresses, such as
fatigue, speed of decision making,
and demands on memory and
perception.

To maximize productivity while

lowering the risk of Musculoskeletal
Disorders (MSDs). MSDs develop as
a result of long term exposure to a
combination of ergonomic risk
factors such as repetition, high
forces and awkward postures.
Examples of MSDs include carpal
tunnel syndrome, tendonitis and
back disorders.
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 Principles of
Ergonomics

Work in Neutral Postures.

Reduce Excessive Force.
Keep Everything in Easy Reach.
Work at Proper Heights.
Reduce Excessive Motions.
Move, Exercise, and Stretch.
Maintain a Comfortable Environment.

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 Advantages

Improve comfort
Decrease fatigue
Enhance job satisfaction
Increase productivity
Extend work life
Reduce/Eliminate risks
Prevent Pain
Avoid or minimize need for
medical treatment
Happier employees
Financial Savings by avoiding
time away from work

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 Effects of
Ergonomics
Two classifications of ergonomic injuries
Cumulative Trauma Disorders (CTDs)
exposure driven
Strains/Sprains instantaneous (event
driven)

Cumulative Trauma Disorders (CTDs)

Injury to soft tissue caused by prolonged
exposure to multiple ergonomic risk
factors
Typically develop in small body
segments (i.e. fingers, wrists, elbows,
and&neck)
Strains Sprains
Injury to connective tissue caused by single
forceful event: lifting heavy objects in awkward
position
Common to large body segments (i.e. back, legs,
and shoulders)
Risk of injury increases with the presence of
multiple risk factors

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 Ergonomic
Injuries

Ergonomic injuries are those injuries caused

by the presence ofergonomic risk
factors.

Ergonomic injuriesmay be referred to as :

Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSIs),
Repetitive Motion Injuries (RMIs),
Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs),
Cumulative TraumaDisorders (CTDs), or
Cumulative TraumaInjuries (CTIs).

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 Symptoms of Lack of
Ergonomics

Does the working environment

result in :

awkward posture?
slippery / contaminated
floors?
variations in levels?
exposure to extreme
heat/cold?
strong air movements?
poor lighting conditions?

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 Symptoms of Lack of
Ergonomics
Application of Ergonomics to the office:
The idea is to maintain a safe and comfortable environment

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 Symptoms of Lack of
Ergonomics
Shoulder
Pain

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 Causes of Bodily Pains

Extended Arm Reach

Arm is places on hard table
surface
Compact workstation
Eyes and LCD Monitor not in
horizontal plane
Office is TOO Bright
Wrong Chairs

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 Back Pain due to Office
Activities

Most UPPER Back Pain (UBP)

problems come from
CERVICAL (C1 to C7) area.

Most LOWER Back Pain (LBP)

problems come from
LUMBAR (L1 to L5) area.

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 The Worst Health Risk Back
Pain!

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 Pressures on the discs

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 Ergonomic
Controls
Engineering

Modify the tool or work area

design

Administrative

Dont do one thing too long

Work Practices

Use the right tool

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 Administrative Control

Employee rotation/job task expansion

Physical adjustments to the work place
Redesign of work methods
Alternative tasks
Breaks

Work Practice Control

Safe & proper work techniques & procedures

Training
Physical conditioning period

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 Stress Sensitive
Areas

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 Correct Body Postures

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 Correct Body
Postures

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 Correct Body
Postures

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 Additional Setup
Steps

Eliminate any reflection on Position any additional

your monitor. equipment in accessible places.

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Perfect Office Anatomy

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 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
(CTS)

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 Make it as Safety Culture Exercise
Together

Improve concentration
Sharper memory
Quicker learning
Prolonged mental stamina
Enhanced creativity
Stress reduction

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 Basic Neutral

Neutral posture:
Back supported by the chair back
Ears, Shoulders, Elbows, Hips vertically aligned
Elbows, hips, knees bent at near-right angles (90o
105o)
Feet flat on the floor or footrest

The basic neutral position most lab personnel

should utilize a majority of the time they spend
seated at the computer or other equipment.

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 Basic Relief

Forward tilt posture:

Raise the chair height a few inches and tilt the
front downward slightly (8o - 10o)

Opens hip angle allowing legs to

support some weight.

Not recommended if you have knee

or foot problems.

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 Lower Body
Relief

Reclining posture:
Lean back 10o - 20o into the chair's
backrest and put your feet out in front of
you.

Opens hip and knee angles to help

relax back muscles and promotes
blood circulation. Leaning back too
far can result in an awkward neck
posture.

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 Standing Neutral

Standing posture:
Provides biggest change in posture
Good alternative to prolonged sitting
Can be fatiguing, have chair available
Prop one foot up on a low footrest to help
occasionally shift your weight.

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 Safe lifting
Practices

Use Large
Leg Muscles
Bend your to Rise Until
Knees Standing
Get Close to - Not your
the Load Back!

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 Life Plants to Improve Office
Surrounding
Reduce Stress
Increase productivity
Reduce sickness and
absence
A better environment to
work in
Cleaner air to breathe
Reduce Noise
Increased creativity
Youll look healthier

One plant per work space

can provide a very large
lift to staff spirits and so
promote wellbeing and
performance

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 Exercises for the Office
Employees
One of the biggest injury risk factors is static posture.
Try to spend at least 5 minutes every hour away from your
computer.
Remember to ONLY stretch to the point of mild tension.
Try to incorporate the stretches into your daily routine.
This slide provides some illustrations of simple active
stretches to perform at the office.

Hand Exercises
Tightly clench your hand into a fist and release, fanning out
the fingers. Repeat 3 times

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 Back and Shoulder
Exercises
Stand up straight, place your right hand on your left shoulder and
move your head back gently. Do the same thing for the right shoulder

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 Head and Neck
Exercises
Move head sideways from left to right and back to left
Move head backwards and then forward

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 Computer and Desk
Stretches
Sitting at a computer for long periods often cause neck and shoulder
stiffness and occasionally lower back pain. Do these stretches every
hour or so throughout the day or whenever you feel still. Also be sure
to get up and walk around the office whenever you think of it. Youll
feel better.

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 Computer and Desk
Stretches

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 Computer and Desk
Stretches

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 Conclusions

1. It is important to apply the

ergonomics standards to keep a
healthy live. Well expend a lot of
time at work, studying, etc.
2. While Ergonomics is a relative new
field of study, it is acquiring
relevance worldwide. More
companies are applying
ergonomics policies. Probably some
day will be mandatory.
3. We need to think about how are we
working, about our postures and
habits. It is always a good time to
learn and improve.

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 Always Remember

Most office workers are at risk for

MSDs

MSDs are caused by stress and

strain on your body while you work

We use engineering and

administrative controls to minimize
the risks

You can help by following safe work

practices and reporting any MSD
symptoms

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 Summary

Minimize ergonomic risk factors in your area

Stretch throughout the shift especially before

and after activities that require awkward
positions or lifting

Pay attention to your body and know your

physical limitations

Report ergonomics issues through appropriate

channels.

Ergonomic injuries are preventable, and you

own your own safety

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Question ??

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 Thank You

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