2. Objectives
Introduce you to Home Office Ergonomics
Introduce you to you the main risks and the most frequent situations
Offer you concrete solutions
3. Emmanuel Benoit – Ergonomist, CIRC
Rehabilitation counselor at SAAQ x 8 years
Ergonomist x 9 years
500 + CNESST Assessments
8. Ergonomics
Adjust the environment to the person…
… not the opposite
To understand work…
… and then transform it
To prevent injuries and accidents…
… and preserve productivity
52. Criteria for a good adjustable chair
Appropriate size for you
(small, medium, large)
Adjustable seat (height, depth and angle)
Adjustable backrest (height and angle)
Armrests ? (depending on how you work, on the table or keyboard tray)
Hard or soft wheels (floor)
58. Height adjustable table
Optimal height
(aim for low minimum height, less than 28’’)
Good support on the floor when sitting
Alternate between sitting and standing
Depends on the type of work (need to focus)
Depends on your physical condition (physical capacity for standing)