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Sum up the aims of ergonomics in a simple phrase.
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Adapting the workplace to suit the worker
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What are the categories of health risks arising from poor task and workstation design?
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Physical stress resulting in musculoskeletal injury plus general fatigue, eye strain, aches and pains, and mental stress |
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State the risk factors involved in the physical requirements of the task.
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• Repetition • Forces involved • Posture • Duration • Equipment design • Environment |
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Summarise the key requirements relating to the following parts of a DSE workstation: (b) Keyboard. (c) Chair. (d) Space. |
(a) Work surface or desk should be large enough to hold all necessary equipment and other items used from time to time, and to allow them to be arranged to suit the individuals needs. If necessary, it should also be deep enough to accommodate DSE for viewing at a comfortable distance without cramping the work surface in from of it. (b) Keyboard should be of appropriate design to be usable in comfort, with keys of sufficient size and clarity to suit the demands of the task. It should be able to be tilted and separated from the screen so the operator can find a comfortable position. (c) A work chair must have an adjustable seat back, good lumbar support and be adjustable in height to suit the user. (d) There should be sufficient clear and unobstructed space at each workstation to enable the work to be done safely, allowing for the manoeuvring and positioning of materials. This should also provide for adequate freedom of movement. |
