sample 2 graded power point

8/3/2019 Sample 2 Graded Power Point

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Suburban Dynamics, Inc.Suburban Dynamics, Inc.

Ergonomic AssessmentErgonomic Assessment

Recommended Courses of ActionRecommended Courses of Action

Title slide should identifythe presenters and theiraffiliation.


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Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI):Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI):

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)

CTS is a form of RSI which causes chronic pain in the wristCTS is a form of RSI which causes chronic pain in the wrist

and handand hand

Usually arises from longUsually arises from long--term computer useterm computer use

Ergonomically sound workstations can provide preventativeErgonomically sound workstations can provide preventativemeasuresmeasures

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rg1 Missing comma.RobertGoldberg,12/18/2009


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Improper vs. ProperImproper vs. Proper

Workstation SetupWorkstation Setup

Improper Setup Proper Setup

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Assessment ResultsAssessment Results

Chairs (older/outdated)Chairs (older/outdated) Chairs were older model chairs that were not adjustable;Chairs were older model chairs that were not adjustable; Chair height was too high for one client and too low for the other client;Chair height was too high for one client and too low for the other client; Arm rests were too low and too wide;Arm rests were too low and too wide; Backrest does not provide lumbar support.Backrest does not provide lumbar support.

Monitor/Keyboard positionMonitor/Keyboard position Monitor sits too low causing employee to lower head or slouch in theMonitor sits too low causing employee to lower head or slouch in the

chair to view the screen;chair to view the screen; Monitor is placed slightly to the side causing neck strain;Monitor is placed slightly to the side causing neck strain; Keyboard is on the desk which causes improper wrist placement whileKeyboard is on the desk which causes improper wrist placement while

typing;typing; Mouse is also on the desk but is too far from the keyboard causingMouse is also on the desk but is too far from the keyboard causing

employee to lean forward to utilize the mouse.employee to lean forward to utilize the mouse.

Desk Arrangement and AccessoriesDesk Arrangement and Accessories Documents are sitting on the desk to the left of the keyboard whichDocuments are sitting on the desk to the left of the keyboard which

causes eyestrain and improper posture while reading documents;causes eyestrain and improper posture while reading documents; Telephone is within reach.Telephone is within reach.

Too much text on this slide

too small; will be hard for theaudience to grasp


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Proper Monitor SetupProper Monitor Setup Position the monitor at a rightPosition the monitor at a right

angle to light sources to minimizeangle to light sources to minimizeglareglare

Place the monitor as far awayPlace the monitor as far awayfrom you as possible that you canfrom you as possible that you canstill read with a minimumstill read with a minimum

distance of 20 inchesdistance of 20 inches

Place the center of the screen atPlace the center of the screen ata 15 degree down angle froma 15 degree down angle fromyour eyesyour eyes

Only allow the neck to be slightlyOnly allow the neck to be slightlybent holding your headbent holding your head

perpendicular to the floorperpendicular to the floor

Align the monitor with theAlign the monitor with thekeyboard and mousekeyboard and mouse

Limit screen flicker by setting theLimit screen flicker by setting therefresh rate to a minimum of 70refresh rate to a minimum of 70

HzHz

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Proper Lighting SetupProper Lighting Setup

Moderately brightModerately bright

environmentenvironment

A mix ofA mix ofincandescent andincandescent and

fluorescent lightsfluorescent lights



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Proper Keyboard SetupProper Keyboard Setup

Position the keyboardPosition the keyboardslightly below theslightly below the

elbow and at aelbow and at anegative angle tonegative angle toallow the wrists toallow the wrists toremain straightremain straight

Do not tilt theDo not tilt thekeyboard traykeyboard tray



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Proper Mouse SetupProper Mouse Setup

Place the mouse onPlace the mouse onthe same level asthe same level as

the keyboard traythe keyboard tray

Ensure mouse isEnsure mouse is

directly next to thedirectly next to thekeyboard traykeyboard tray



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Proper Chair Setup & PostureProper Chair Setup & Posture Use arm restsUse arm rests

Place the lumbar support just below thePlace the lumbar support just below thewaistwaist

Your feet should rest on the floor whichYour feet should rest on the floor whichmay require adjusting the height of themay require adjusting the height of thechairchair

Use a chair that has a high enough backUse a chair that has a high enough backto support your shoulder bladesto support your shoulder blades

Shoulders relaxedShoulders relaxed

Keep your wrists straightKeep your wrists straight

Take frequent breaksTake frequent breaks--10 mins/1 hour of10 mins/1 hour ofworkwork

Stretch during breaksStretch during breaks

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Recommendations & Costs AssociatedRecommendations & Costs Associated

Keyboard/Mouse TrayKeyboard/Mouse Tray

Fellowes Professional Series PremierFellowes Professional Series Premier

Keyboard TrayKeyboard Tray Fully adjustableFully adjustable

Compatible with all styles ofCompatible with all styles ofworkstationsworkstations

Ensures neutral hand/wrist positionEnsures neutral hand/wrist position

Cost: $154.92 eachCost: $154.92 each


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ChairsChairs

Hawthorne Executive Mesh ErgonomicHawthorne Executive Mesh Ergonomic

Office ChairOffice Chair Fully adjustableFully adjustable

Compatible with all styles ofCompatible with all styles ofworkstationsworkstations

Lumbar support bolster and tiltLumbar support bolster and tilt



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MonitorsMonitors

3M Ergonomic LCD Monitor3M Ergonomic LCD Monitor

Fully adjustableFully adjustable

Compatible with all styles of workstationsCompatible with all styles of workstations

Ensures good postureEnsures good posture

Increases desk spaceIncreases desk space



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Education and Training ToolsEducation and Training Tools

Provide educational tools on properProvide educational tools on proper

postural alignment for neck, back,postural alignment for neck, back,elbows, and wrists to reduce strainelbows, and wrists to reduce strain

Provide handouts on desk exercisesProvide handouts on desk exercises

Provide instructions to managerial staffProvide instructions to managerial staffon appropriate workstation seton appropriate workstation set--upup



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Benefits to Workstation UpgradesBenefits to Workstation Upgrades

Save money longSave money long--termterm Elimination of current workers compensationElimination of current workers compensation

claimsclaims

Ensuring a healthy and happy employeeEnsuring a healthy and happy employee Increases work performance and work flowIncreases work performance and work flow Improves attendance which results in moreImproves attendance which results in more

work completedwork completed

Eliminates the need for your company to hireEliminates the need for your company to hireadditional supportadditional support Positive attitudePositive attitude


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You have good ideas and information, but a bit too much text on a fewYou have good ideas and information, but a bit too much text on a few

slides. However, your visuals are generally good (and better than in theslides. However, your visuals are generally good (and better than in the

written report).written report).

Content: 95*.3 = 28.5Content: 95*.3 = 28.5Appearance: 97*.3 = 29.1Appearance: 97*.3 = 29.1

Visuals: 97*.3 = 29.1Visuals: 97*.3 = 29.1

Mechanics: 95*.1 = 9.5Mechanics: 95*.1 = 9.5

PowerPoint Grade:PowerPoint Grade: 96.2%96.2%