Setting up a safe and comfortable workstation for home of office use isn't difficult when you use these guidelines when selecting your office furniture.
Ergonomically Correct Office Chairs
- Chairs should be easily adjustable with a minimum seat height of 16".
- Chairs should have a a sturdy five-legged base
- Office chairs should swivel 360 degrees so it is easier to access items around without twisting.
- Seat length should be 15" to 17' and at least 18" wide.
- The front of the seating area should be rounded .
- Chairs should be covered in a breathable and resilient material
- The backrest should be at least 15" tall and 12" wide and adjust at least 15 degrees
- The backrest should be widest at the base, then narrow to minimize interference with arm movement.
- Armrest height should be adjustable between 7" and 10.5" from the seat.
Desks And Computer Workstations
- Desks or workstations should be deep enough to accommodate a monitor placed at least 20" away from the user's eyes.
- Desk or workstation height should be adjustable between 20" and 28" for seated tasks.
- The desk or workstation surface should be at about elbow height when the user is seated with feet flat on the floor.
