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1 Ergonomic Equipment Guide Enhancing Wellness Through a Safer, More Efficient Workstation Version 2.3 (12/4/2014) A free resource provided by The Office Spot, who is solely responsible for its content. PO Box 1346 Healdsburg, CA Rev 12/4/14 1

2 A properly sized and adjusted chair is essential for preventing many kinds of pain and injury, from neck & back to legs & feet (see page 1-2). The chair featured below has provided an ideal solution for many of our clients, with adjustments that accommodate a wide variety of body types and desk activities. Fully Adjustable Mid-Level Meshback Chair Seatback can be tilted and locked at any angle or adjusted to desired tilt tension (for healthy posture and lumbar support). Padded arms are adjustable for height and width (keeps arms close to body and at an appropriate distance from mouse/keyboard). Contoured seat cushion with waterfall edge (relieve pressure on legs). Easy-to-use pneumatic height adjustment (keep legs at correct angle and feet on the floor or footrest). Cool, breathable mesh back (maintain comfort). Five-star base with casters for easy mobility. Delivery Assembly Adjustment Rev 12/4/14 2

3 Memory Foam Back Support Mid-spinal support with memory foam cushion promotes good posture Lower lumbar support with three memory foam sections conforms comfortably to natural body curvature. Includes antimicrobial protection to keep product cleaner. Triple attachment system ensures stability and eliminates the need for re-adjustment. Memory foam responds to back weight and warmth for custom support. Made of soft, breathable fabric and contoured for a relaxed fit. Fully adjustable design fits most office chairs. Delivery Assembly Adjustment Rev 12/4/14 3

4 Adjustable Textured Foot Rest To help pain and injury in legs and feet, a footrest is a simple but often very powerful solution. By raising the legs and feet, you can eliminate constricted circulation in the legs, feet and lower back. Rev 12/4/14 4

5 In most workstations, an adjustable keyboard platform is necessary to maintain a healthy position of the arms & hands, a common cause of workplace injury. A platform also opens desk space for better positioning of the phone, monitor & document holder, preventing unhealthy postures of the shoulder and back. Fully Adjustable Sliding Keyboard Platform Low profile 22 track mechanism for maximum knee clearance while offering smooth and consistent operation. Height range: flush to 6" below the worksurface. Spring-loaded lift assist and 360 swivel for easy for easy positioning and storage. Simply grasp and rotate keyboard tray to find your preferred work position. Tilt range: -15 to +10 ). Adjust to maintain a straight wrist position and prevent repetitive strain injury. Includes removable wrist rest and mousetrap to keep mouse in place. Delivery Assembly Adjustment This document is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Rev 12/4/14 5

6 Many people find that switching to a non-traditional keyboard layout is the most effective way to reduce pain and discomfort associated with keyboarding. And in many cases, keyboarding speed and accuracy are improved as well. Ergonomic Keyboard The unique key shape helps put your wrists in a natural, more ergonomic position that reduces fatigue and discomfort. And unlike other ergonomic keyboards, this design doesn t force you to relearn how to type. The keys are structured for maximum productivity and will have you up and flying from day one. Split-Design Keyboard The standard QWERTY keyboard keeps the user s wrist at an unnatural angle which can lead to repetitive stress injuries (RSI) after long term use. With a split-design keyboard, your arms and wrists are kept at a more natural, ergonomic angle. It takes only a short time to adjust to the change in layout and, in many cases, improves keyboarding speed and accuracy. This popular split-design keyboard: Conforms to natural arm and hand positions for added comfort. Antimicrobial protection keeps product cleaner 16-character buffer for fast typists 7 additional hot keys for multimedia control and one touch Internet access. FREE Delivery Try Before You Buy This document is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Rev 12/4/14 6

7 Ergonomic Multi-Function Mouse Get your work done safely and comfortably with this mid-size mouse. Reliable wireless frequency ensures less interference, even in crowded offices. Easily navigate through larger documents with the convenient forward and back buttons. USB wireless receiver delivers instant plug and play use. Durable enough to withstand drops and spills. Ergonomic Trackball Work and play in comfort all day long with this wireless trackball that features a stable, sculpted shape to provide better support for your hand. The wireless receiver is tiny enough to stay plugged in, so you don't have to worry about it getting lost. Reliable wireless frequency transmits data quickly with virtually no delays or dropouts. Long battery life reduces the hassle of changing batteries. Precise cursor control allows you to use your trackball anywhere you choose even hard tables, comfy sofas or lumpy beds. Rev 12/4/14 7

8 These tools offer a simple way to improve your head/neck position and body posture, since both are determined largely by the height, distance and angle of your monitor and source documents. Adjustable Free-Standing Document Holder Place documents between monitor and keyboard, keeping documents and monitor at the same distance from the eyes. Locks at any angle from 0 to 90 incline. Supports books, catalogs and landscape sheets. Holds up to 250 pages of letter, legal and A4 documents. Top and bottom adjust to accommodate oversized documents, including books, catalogs and landscape sheets. Moveable, magnetic line guide securely holds documents. Stable weighted base that folds flat for easy storage. Adjustable Monitor Riser Stacking columns raise monitor to eye level (prevent neck strain and promote healthy posture). 3 height adjustments (2-4 ). Increases available desk space beneath monitor. Supports 21 monitor or a maximum weight of 60 lbs. Space-saving design with high-impact plastic construction. Includes convenient cord management and non-skid rubber feet. FREE Delivery Try Before You Buy This document is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Rev 12/4/14 8

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