7 Treston Workplace Chairs Task Primary choice Secondary choice Lifting the weight over 5 kgs Standing Semi-sitting Working below the elbow level Standing Semi-sitting Need to reach widely in horizontal level Standing Semi-sitting Light assembly work Sitting Semi-sitting Precision work Sitting Semi-sitting Visual monitoring or supervising Sitting Semi-sitting Need to move between workstations Semi-sitting Standing If tasks require paperwork, typing, no heavy lifting, and/ or all tools for the job are provided in arm’s reach, then the workstation should be designed for sitting, but with possibility to stand. Latest cognitive research shows how beneficial changing working posture can be. It’s been studied that even slight movements, like standing up every now and then, improve memory, attentiveness, learning and ultimately cognitive performance. So what better way to improve the efficiency of a desk-tied person? If tasks require lifting heavy loads, continuous movement, parts retrieval, and/or there is no leg space, then the workstation should be designed for standing but with the possibility to rest every now and then, whenever possible. Do note however that even though stand up working posture is becoming increasingly popular, many official recommendations still state that proper seating ergonomics is one of the most crucial aspects of preventive actions for work related musculoskeletal disorders. Therefore it is not indifferent how and on what you are sitting, when you are sitting! See below general tips on different work tasks and choosing the right working position. Semi-sitting between sitting and standing; reduces the strain of the back due to sitting and the strain of the lower limbs due to standing. Sitting or standing? ! When seeking out potential solutions, consider chairs, standing rests, saddle chairs, footrests and easily adjustable workbenches, which allow for both sitting and standing work that may be most suitable for your environment and staff.
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