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Ergonomics DESK/TASK CHAIRS

comfortably support by the floor or footrests. Pneumatic height
Arms/armrests- should be height adjustable. Ideally should also
that they sit in. A good chair should mimic the users natural spinal
Adjustable seat depth slide/seat pan adjustment- insures that
Back tilt/tension adjustment: Reclining (even slightly) supports
The problem is not that workers sit, it’s how they sit, and the chair
table seat height can range between 15”-22” depending on
Lumbar support and height adjustment: should slide up and
The following should be considered minimum criteria for chair
adjustment allow user to adjust while seated. Typical desk/
the weight of upper body and relieves tension from lower
Seating height: Proper seat height allows users feet to be
down to allow chairs lumbar curve to fit body
back. Minimum 10 degrees rearward tilt.
pressure is relieved on back and knees.
motion, not move in the opposite way.
be fore-aft and width adjustable
Five star (point) base- minimum Casters appropriate for flooring materials to insure safety and ease of movement.

selection:  body type.      