Seated/Standing Ergonomic Posture

­Seated Posture

• Keep monitor arms length (18” – 24”) from screen.
• Eyes should be positioned anywhere within the upper third of monitor.
• Head should be kept straight and level.
• Keep shoulders relaxed.
• Elbows are to be maintained at a 90 degree angle while typing.
• Back is fully engaged with the chair’s backrest.
• Maintain a 2-3 finger gap between legs and front edge of chair seat.
• Utilize a footrest to keep feet flat.
• Avoid the use of Stability Balls in lieu of a standard ergonomic chair.

­Standing Posture

• Keep monitor arms length (18” – 24”) from screen.
• Eyes should be positioned anywhere within the upper third of monitor.
• Head should be kept straight and level.
• Keep shoulders relaxed.
• Elbows are to be maintained at a 90 degree angle while typing.
• Back is fully engaged with the chair’s backrest.
• Utilize an Anti-Fatigue Mat if standing for more than 20 minutes.

Keep in mind the 20-8-2 rule

• Sit or stand for 20 minutes, then…
• Sit or stand for 8 minutes, and...
• Walk-around for at least 2 minutes.

Seated/Stand Ergonomic Posture (Downloadable PDF)

Stability Ball Safety Notice (Downloadable PDF)