Tips for Working at Your Desk

Proper body positioning at computer workstations is extremely important to maintain good physical health. To ensure your workstation is ergonomically correct, please check the following:

1. Monitor screen is at eye level or slightly below and an arm’s length away.
2. Elbows rest along the side of the body.
3. Elbows are bent between 60° and 90° (no arms on chair).
4. Wrists are in a neutral, straight position.
5. Keyboard is tilted to maintain neutral wrist position.
6. Place mouse beside the keyboard.
7. Knees are level or slightly lower than hips.
8. Feet rest on the floor or on a footrest.
9. Chair seat pan has soft edges (by knees).
10. Seat width is 18” or wider.
11. Seat depth is 15” – 17”.
12. Low and middle back support is provided.