Part Five--Worksite Analysis--Computer Workstation
Worksite analysis sample checklists for use in your facility.
Today we will present the Computer Workstation analysis. Following are sample checklists that you may wish to use as a guide in developing your own worksite analysis checklists.
These five checklists are included:
Workstation, Task Analysis, Hand Tool Analysis, Material Handling, Computer Workstation.
The checklists are written so that "no" responses indicate potential problem areas that should receive further investigation.
Computer workstation checklist
• Is the chair adjusted to ensure proper posture, such as knees and hips bent at approximately 90 degrees?
• Is the chair adjusted to ensure proper posture, such as feet flat on floor or footrest?
• Is the chair adjusted to ensure proper posture, such as arms comfortably at sides with elbows at 90-degree angle?
• Is the chair adjusted to ensure proper posture, such as straight wrists at keyboard?
• Does the chair adjust easily from the seated position?
• Does the chair have a padded seat that is adjustable for height and angle?
• Does the chair have an adjustable backrest?
• Does the chair provide lumbar support?
• Does the chair have a stable caster base?
• Is there sufficient space for knees and feet?
• Are the height and tilt of the keyboard work surface adjustable?
• Is the keyboard prevented from slipping when in use?
• Is the mouse or pointing device at the same level as the keyboard?
• Does keying require minimal force?
• Is there an adjustable document holder?
• Are arm rests provided where needed?
• Is the screen clean and free of flickering?
• Is the top line of the screen slightly below eye level?
• Does the monitor have brightness and contrast controls?
• Is the monitor 18-30 inches from the worker for viewing?
• Is there sufficient lighting without causing glare?
• Is an anti-glare screen used if necessary?
• Are adequate rest breaks provided for task demands?
• Are high stroke rates avoided by job rotation?
• Are high stroke rates avoided by Self pacing?
• Are high stroke rates avoided by adjusting the job to the skill of the worker?
• Are high stroke rates avoided by adequate rest pauses?
• Are employees trained in proper postures?
• Are employees trained in proper work methods?
• Are employees trained in when and how to adjust their workstations?
• Are employees trained in how to seek assistance with concerns?
Today we will present the Computer Workstation analysis. Following are sample checklists that you may wish to use as a guide in developing your own worksite analysis checklists.
These five checklists are included:
Workstation, Task Analysis, Hand Tool Analysis, Material Handling, Computer Workstation.
The checklists are written so that "no" responses indicate potential problem areas that should receive further investigation.
Computer workstation checklist
• Is the chair adjusted to ensure proper posture, such as knees and hips bent at approximately 90 degrees?
• Is the chair adjusted to ensure proper posture, such as feet flat on floor or footrest?
• Is the chair adjusted to ensure proper posture, such as arms comfortably at sides with elbows at 90-degree angle?
• Is the chair adjusted to ensure proper posture, such as straight wrists at keyboard?
• Does the chair adjust easily from the seated position?
• Does the chair have a padded seat that is adjustable for height and angle?
• Does the chair have an adjustable backrest?
• Does the chair provide lumbar support?
• Does the chair have a stable caster base?
• Is there sufficient space for knees and feet?
• Are the height and tilt of the keyboard work surface adjustable?
• Is the keyboard prevented from slipping when in use?
• Is the mouse or pointing device at the same level as the keyboard?
• Does keying require minimal force?
• Is there an adjustable document holder?
• Are arm rests provided where needed?
• Is the screen clean and free of flickering?
• Is the top line of the screen slightly below eye level?
• Does the monitor have brightness and contrast controls?
• Is the monitor 18-30 inches from the worker for viewing?
• Is there sufficient lighting without causing glare?
• Is an anti-glare screen used if necessary?
• Are adequate rest breaks provided for task demands?
• Are high stroke rates avoided by job rotation?
• Are high stroke rates avoided by Self pacing?
• Are high stroke rates avoided by adjusting the job to the skill of the worker?
• Are high stroke rates avoided by adequate rest pauses?
• Are employees trained in proper postures?
• Are employees trained in proper work methods?
• Are employees trained in when and how to adjust their workstations?
• Are employees trained in how to seek assistance with concerns?
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