How to know if your chair is the right height for you and your workstation is set up correctly To decide if you need a footrest, you first need to make sure your workstation is set up correctly and you’re sitting at the correct height. If your feet are dangling in the air and aren’t resting flat on the floor, it might mean your chair is too high for you.
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When working at a counter heightĪshlea also advises “When working at a counter height desk such as in a laboratory, kitchen or breakout space, a footrest should also be encouraged to be used instead of using the foot ring of the chair as when using the foot ring it means your feet are directly brought back underneath yourself, not only restricting the circulation to the lower half of your body but also in that position, it tips you forward meaning you aren’t supporting the full length of your spine against the back pad of the chair.” Is your workstation set up correctly? With the arms in the correct position, if it’s noted that your feet don’t touch the floor, then that’s when you should use a footrest. Your feet don’t touch the floorĪshlea said “When setting people up at their desks, the first thing we look for is the position of their arms, it’s to ensure that they’re comfortably supported and not forcing the shoulders into the neck or have the elbows drop below the desk. He has shared what he looks out for when he assesses someone’s workstation and how he knows when they might need to use a footrest. When you should use a footrestĪshlea Branch-Parker our expert DSE assessor has helped many office workers reduce discomfort and avoid injuries in the workplace and at home. This assessment can help you work out whether or not you need a footrest. A DSE assessment analyses a workstation lets you know if it’s correctly set up. The HSE guidelines advise that for any person who uses display screen equipment (DSE), which is a computer, for an hour or more daily a DSE assessment should be carried out. Having a correctly set up workstation is essential for comfort and reducing the risk of injuries and pain. Are you thinking of using a footrest? Unsure if you need to use one? Using a footrest can benefit someone if used in the right way, as it can boost comfort and reduce pain.
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