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Checklist Ergonomics

This checklist helps businesses assess and improve workplace ergonomics to ensure employee comfort, health, and productivity. Use it to identify potential ergonomic risks and implement corrective measures.

Updated 15d ago
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Ergonomics Checklist: General Workplace

Instructions: Please evaluate each item below and tick the appropriate box (Yes/No/N/A). Add comments where necessary to provide further detail on observations or proposed actions.

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Workstation Setup (Office Environment)

**Chair:**

Adjustable seat height, backrest, and armrests? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Good lumbar support? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Five-point star base with castors for stability? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

**Desk/Work Surface:**

Sufficient space for equipment and work materials? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Adjustable height desk or appropriate height for user? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

No glare or reflections on the work surface? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

**Monitor:**

Top of monitor screen at or slightly below eye level? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Arm's length distance from the user? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Free from glare and reflections? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

**Keyboard and Mouse:**

Keyboard positioned to allow straight wrists? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Mouse positioned close to the keyboard to avoid overreaching? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Wrist rest used if needed, but not impeding movement? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Manual Handling and Lifting

Are heavy objects stored between waist and shoulder height? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Is lifting equipment (e.g., trolleys, hoists) available for heavy or awkward loads? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Are employees trained in safe lifting techniques? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Are routes for manual handling clear of obstructions? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Lighting and Environment

Is lighting adequate for the tasks being performed (not too dim, not too bright)? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Are there measures to control glare from windows or artificial lights? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Is the temperature comfortable and ventilation adequate? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Are noise levels acceptable for the tasks being performed? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Work Practices and Breaks

Are employees encouraged to take short, frequent breaks from repetitive tasks? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Are micro-breaks (e.g., stretching, looking away from screen) promoted? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Is job rotation implemented for high-risk tasks to reduce exposure? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Are employees aware of how to report discomfort or pain related to their work? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Training and Awareness

Has ergonomic training been provided to all relevant employees? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Are employees aware of the importance of good posture and ergonomic principles? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Is information on ergonomic best practices readily available? [ ] Yes [ ] No [ ] N/A

Recommendations and Actions

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Follow-Up Review

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Declaration and Signatures

I hereby confirm that this ergonomic assessment has been completed to the best of my knowledge and that the recommendations will be considered/implemented as appropriate.

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Employee Representative Signature (if applicable): _________________________ Date: {{signature_date_employee}}

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