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Work from Wherever: Ergonomic Tips for A Safe & Healthy Workstation Set Up at Home

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1.  Which of the following is NOT an issue of working from home and setting up a home workstation? Home distractions Lack of reliable internet/connectivity Increased socialization and collaboration with coworkers Lack of adjustable workstation

2.  Adjusting monitor height and/or keyboard position is an example of what area of the PEO model for occupational therapy? Person Environment Occupation Job Demand

3.  Typing with wrists in extension due to keeping the keyboard ‘feet’ up is an example of what risk factor? Awkward/static posture Force Contact stress Vibration

4.  Which of the following demonstrates neutral posture? Head straight with slight neck extension Shoulders elevated Elbows flexed to 90-100° Wrists in slight extension

5.  Which is NOT included in the ‘big 3’ of office design? Chair Keyboard/mouse Monitor Telephone

6.  Which section of the spine is recommended to have support when considering an office chair? Cervical Thoracic Lumbar Sacral

7.  What is the definition of the ‘primary work zone’ when organizing your workspace? Items can be reached with the elbow bent at 90° Items can be reached with the arms extended but not leaning forward Items can be reached by leaning forward Items can be reached without rotating your trunk

8.  The recommended schedule to alternate sitting and standing positions while working is: Sit for 20 minutes and stand for 10 minutes each half hour Sit for 20 minutes and stand for 8 minutes and move for 2 minutes each half hour Spend equal time standing and sitting throughout the day There is no recommendation – just do what feels good to you

9.  What are the benefits of movement breaks while working from home? Decrease strain on lower back and other areas Increasing fatigue so you can sleep better Provide a valid reason why productivity is reduced Reduce trips to the doctor for musculoskeletal issues

10.  Other wellness considerations when working from home include all of the following EXCEPT: Getting enough sleep Eating a healthy diet Exercise Reducing productivity and efficiency