ERGONOMICS AT WORKPLACE

Ergonomics is the study of designing equipment and devices that fit the human body, its movements, and its cognitive abilities. It is the science of designing user interaction with equipment and workplaces to fit the user. Name

Marital Status: Married

Single

Age: 15-30

31-45

46-60

60& above

Sex: Male

Female

Work Experience: 1-3 4-6

7-9

9-12

Above 12

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Industry:

Name of the Company:

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1. What are the typical duties performed? Computer Work Telephone Paper Work Others Meetings

2. How much time do you spend on the computer during an average workday? 0-2 hours 2-5 5-8 More than 8

3. Does your workstation ensure proper posture, such as Horizontal thighs Vertical lower legs Foot rest Neutral wrist yes yes yes yes No No No No

4. Does your chair:Adjust easily yes No

Have a padded seat with rounded front yes

No

Adjustable back rest

yes

No

Have caster (wheels)

yes

No

5. Are arm rests provided where needed? Yes No 6. Can work station be used for either right- or left-handed activity? Yes No 7. Are adequate rest breaks provided for task demands? Yes No 8. Which areas in the body are you currently experiencing discomfort while performing your work tasks Slight Moderate Significant Severe None Neck Shoulder Low Back Thigh Knee Elbow/Forearm Hand/wrist Fingers Upper back Low leg Ankle/foot

9. How long does each episode of pain last? 1 hour 1 Week 1 Month

Less than 1 hour

10. Is the illumination level at your workplace adequate for the visual demands required Yes No 11. Does your work involve a high level of attention, perception? Yes No 12. Is the room brightness adequate enough during the day? Yes No

13. Does noise distract you from work? Yes No 14. Do activities of other people distract you from work? Yes No 15. Does the color scheme in the room produce a restful and friendly atmosphere at your workplace? Yes No 16. Does the distance of the monitor allow you to read the screen without leaning your head, neck, or trunk forward/backward? Yes No 17. While doing telephone and computer tasks simultaneously, do you keep your head upright (not bent) and your shoulders relaxed (not elevated)? Yes No 18. Any other suggestions or problem that you would want to bring it out.