driving ergonomic
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MR.COOL(SIT INCLINED, ARM ON WHEEL
AND OUTSIDE WINDOW)
Common MSD symptoms
• Arm and shoulder ache
Solution• Sit in upright position• Knees lower than hips• Able to touch pedal without
stretching the leg• Keep both arm on steering
THE ROLLERCOASTER(LEAN FORWARD AND SIT UPRIGHT)
Common MSD symptoms
• Shoulder and neck pain, leg cramp and side ache.
Solution• Drive in relax situation.• Height of the back rest
reaches the shoulder.• Sit back more into the seat
for better back support.
THE MULTITASKER (FREQUENT TWISTING MOVEMENT)
Common MSD symptoms
• Feet cramp, pain in coccyx
Solution Adjust seat regularly Keep two hand on wheel
THE RACER (SEAT RECLINED WITH STRAIGHT LEGS)
Common MSD symptoms
• Side aches, lumbar pain
Solution Sit upright position Knee should not higher
than hips.
MINIMIZING RISK(DO’S)
Remove items from your pockets (wallets or keys)
Position items that you may need during your drive
Buckle up seat.
Adjust seat height to optimize your vision through the windows.
Adjust mirror after finish setting the seat height.
MINIMIZING RISK(DO’S)
Support your back using a roll of small towel.
Knees should be lower than hips.
Adjust seat forward or backwards for better control of pedal.
Keep two hands on steering wheel unless changing gear.
MINIMIZING RISK(DONT’S)
Death grip
The one arm cool
Arm straight out reaching wheel
One arm propped on window
Slouching posture
Leaning forward