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EROGONOMICS IN THE CLASSROOM by Ergonomic Group. Presented to Georgian College. By: Lila Baumbach , Clancey Boxe , Rochelle Derouin , Melissa Cook. Outline. What is Ergonomics How is Ergonomics important to the college Lighting Posture, Techniques, and Habits Acoustics Technology

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  1. EROGONOMICS IN THE CLASSROOM by Ergonomic Group Presented to Georgian College By: Lila Baumbach, ClanceyBoxe, Rochelle Derouin, Melissa Cook.

  2. Outline • What is Ergonomics • How is Ergonomics important to the college • Lighting • Posture, Techniques, and Habits • Acoustics • Technology • 9 Steps to Reduce Injuries

  3. What is Ergonomics? A bad working environment can be very painful for individuals. Among students/staff , strain injuries are common. Headaches, sore eyes, aching back and shoulders are also reoccurring injuries. Ergonomics equipment can help eliminate these pains and strains to produce an efficient workplace.

  4. How it is important to georgian college Why is Ergonomics important to student and staff The advantages of ergonomics in the classroom

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  6. Furniture Is a very important part of the office workplace and how to carry out the landscape of the office area. What to keep in mind • Chair • Desk • Phone • Office space • Keyboard/Mouse

  7. Noise is one of the most common hazards in the workplace. • Annoyances • Stress • Interferences • Noise levels • Carpeting • Ceilings • White Noise • Partitions Acoustics

  8. Lighting Diffused lighting Natural light Monitor screens Orientation of light source Lighting is essential in an office environment to avoid eye strain and discomfort.

  9. It is important to have good posture, proper keying techniques, and excellent work habits. • MSD - Musculoskeletal Disorders • RSI – Repetitive Strain Injuries • Body Position • Wrists • Neck • Shoulders Posture, Proper Techniques and Habits

  10. 9 Steps To Reduce Injuries Lower the height of the chair so that your back touches the back of the chair and you are comfortable. Your feet should rest firmly on the floor slightly in front of you. Center your keyboard in front of your monitor. Keep the keyboard and mouse close to the edge of the desk. Keyboard and mouse should be positioned so your arms fall naturally at your sides, with wrists straight out in front while typing.

  11. 9 Steps To Reduce Injury 6. Support your wrist and forearms with a gel pad or wrist support. 7. Avoid repetitive gripping of the mouse. 8. Keep frequently used items close – avoid reaching for anything. 9. Do wrist, finger, and hand exercised to avoid cramping.

  12. FINANCIALS

  13. Conclusion When needs are adequately met, productivity, output, and performance improve and is mutually complemented with the result of better education. Ergonomics is very well suited as an integrated or supplementary course of action for Georgian College.

  14. Questions?

  15. Work Cited • Min-yang Wang, E. D. (2011, November). IEA Ergonomics Human Centered Design. Retrieved April 01, 2012, from INternational Ergonomics Association: www.iea.cc • Stewart, K. (2011). Office Ergonomics guide. Retrieved April 04, 2012, from Safety Office: http://www.safetyoffice.uwaterloo.ca/hse/ergonomics/ergoguide.htm • Occupational Health and Safety Act. (2004, September). Computer Ergonomics: Workstation • Layout and Lighting. Retrieved April 17, 2012 from www.labour.gov.on.ca • Washington State Department of Labor and Industries. (2002, February). Office Ergonomics:Practical Solutions For a Safer Workplace. Retrieved April 16, 2012 from www.lni.wa.gov

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