Tray 5-G. Computer Workstation Checklist
"No" responses indicate potential problem areas which should
receive further investigation.
|
1. Does the workstation ensure proper worker posture, such as |
horizontal thighs? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
vertical lower legs? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
feet flat on floor or footrest? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
neutral wrists? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
2. Does the chair |
adjust easily? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
have a padded seat with a rounded
front? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
have an adjustable backrest? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
provide lumbar support? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
have casters? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
3. Are the height and tilt of the work surface on which the keyboard is located adjustable? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
4. Is the keyboard detachable? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
5. Do keying actions require minimal force? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
6. Is there an adjustable document holder? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
7. Are arm rests provided where needed? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
8. Are glare and reflections avoided? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
9. Does the monitor have brightness and contrast controls? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
10. Do the operators judge the distance between eyes and work to be satisfactory for their viewing needs? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
11. Is there sufficient space for knees and feet? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
12. Can the workstation be used for either right- or left-handed activity? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
13. Are adequate rest breaks provided for task demands? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
14. Are high stroke rates avoided by |
job rotation? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
self-pacing? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
adjusting the job to the skill of the worker? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
15. Are employees trained in |
proper postures? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
proper work methods? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
when and how to adjust their
workstations? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |
how to seek assistance for their concerns? |
[ ]yes |
[ ]no |