Strategies for Awkward Postures
- Provide height adjustability in a standing workstation.
- Establish a suitable working height depending on the type of work being done (i.e. precision, light or heavy work). Provide sit/stand stools at standing workstations and for tasks with prolonged standing.
- Provide height adjustable chairs.
- Utilize lift tables to keep the position the objects close to the worker.
- Utilize tilt tables to angle objects close to workers.
- Utilize rotating platforms to minimize reaching for objects.
- Provide self-elevating platforms in deep bins to keep items easily accessible and near the top of the bin.
- Provide false bottoms in deep sinks or containers.
- Limit shelf heights to between knee and shoulder height.
- Provide foot rests at standing workstations.
- Ensure the type of flooring will minimize shock absorption to the worker’s body.
- Provide anti-fatigue matting for standing work areas with hard floor surfaces.
- Use devices such as lifts, duct jacks, scissor lifts, and extension poles or stands for operating tools overhead.
- Use adjustable scaffolds, aerial and other work platforms to raise the whole body closer to work.
- Place materials used often at appropriate height and less frequently used materials in less desirable locations.
- Use tables, benches, or stands to bring work to waist height.
