Break Reminder Software
(UCLA Employees Only)
UCLA Ergonomics now offers CtrlWORK: break reminder software and personal efficiency solution for the work place. This simple, yet powerful tool will help increase your productivity and comfort while using your computer throughout the day. As the demands for our time continue to grow, we tend to take fewer rest breaks. However, studies show that taking small breaks and refreshers at regular intervals throughout our workday greatly improves our efficiency and overall health.
The UCLA ergonomics team encourages you to install & utilize this software to assist you in maintaining your rest breaks. CtrlWORK will analyze your work patterns and then provide you with prompts as to when you should take quick physical or mental refreshers, as well as direct you to perform small but effective stretches to reduce your probability of discomfort and keeping you energized throughout the day.
4 Steps to Setup Your Workstation
Whether you are a new employee or at a new workstation there are a 4 ergonomic points to keep in mind. Follow these 4 easy steps to help set up your computer workstation.
Selecting a Chair
Consider your work tasks, and your body size and shape, when choosing a chair. A single size or type of chair is not appropriate for all tasks, and cannot suit all body shapes and sizes.When you sit to perform a task, your spine is most comfortable when it's in "neutral posture", a slightly reclined sitting position.The following adjustment options can help you maintain "neutral posture".
Tips for Computer Users
Repetitive and prolonged use of a computer keyboard and/or mouse can lead to muscle aches and discomfort. Posture and positioning are important.
Try to incorporate the following tips into your work style to avoid problems.
Tips for Pointing Devices
Web surfing and computer software have resulted in prolonged or repetitive use of pointing devices such as mice and trackballs. Upper extremity, shoulder, and back discomfort can result from improper or prolonged use of these devices. Here are some tips to prevent problems.
Postural Guide
Always check your working position when using a computer. To avoid unnecessary discomfort, make sure the following key principles are in place.
Work Techniques
Complete this checklist to determine if you use proper techniques when working at your computer. If not, use information provided in "Tips for Computer
Workstation Myths
Some generally accepted guidelines for posture and furniture at computer workstations are, in reality myths. If rigidly follwowed, these misconceptions can lead to uncomfortable and costly mistakes.
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