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Ergonomics WORKSURFACES/DESKS

Worksurfaces that adjust easily from sitting to standing positions
A great chair is important, but sitting the entire day should NOT be
eliminate the need for workers to leave their tasks when they
Integrate design which allow users to work in a variety of
minutes every hour, ideally between 1.5 to 2 hours per day.
promoted. Ergonomists recommend standing for at least 5

postures relative to their worksurface.

throughout the day. need a break from sitting, keeping them more productive Standing height surfaces are standard at all workstations and can be provided in shared ancillary areas, and/or collaborative areas Height adjustable tables must be easy to use in order to encourage use.

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