Ergonomic Computer Workstation

• Complete the Healthy Working Office Ergonomics Self-Evaluation and Training eCourse on UC Learning Center.

This is the first and most important step.

This eCourse simultaneously evaluates your computer workstation and teaches you basic ergonomic principles.

Based on your answers, a Personal Ergonomic Recommendation Report will be generated for you at the end of the course. It is your ergonomic evaluation report and describes how to adjust your workstation.

Implement the recommendations, including workplace adjustments, obtaining additional equipment, and behavioral changes. 

• Look for adjustable features on desks, chairs, keyboard trays, and other workstation equipment.
• Read these Purchasing pages before you buy furniture:
  
  • Consult with the EHS Ergo Team regarding ergonomic products. Contact the Ergo Team at the email below this page.
• Select ergonomic equipment that best meets your needs and budget.

Need money for procurement ergo purchases?

Find out how to qualify and apply for funding assistance from Environment, Health & Safety to purchase ergonomically-designed products from procurement.

• See Ergonomic Resource Fund for details.

Be involved and available during assembly, installation, and adjustment of your workstation equipment. Make sure you know how to adjust and use your equipment before the installer leaves.

• Work with the installer to be sure your workstation is adjusted to your physical needs:
  • Desk: Make correct height adjustments.
  • Keyboard tray: Ensure proper location and adjustability.
  • Chair: Consult the chair user guide and adjust applicable features (seat pan, armrests, lumbar support, etc.).

Need a refresher on how to set up your workstation?

• Return to the Healthy Working Office Ergonomics Self-Evaluation and Training eCourse on UC Learning Center anytime.

• Learn more about stretching. 

• Ergonomics Where You Work: Tips to Improve Your Home-based Office  
• Ergonomics Where You Work: Back Support Tips to Improve Your Home-based Office

Learn more:

• Ergonomics: Risk Factors
• Improve Neck Posture (PDF)
• What is Ergonomics and Why is it Important? (PDF)
• OSHA Computer Workstations E-Tool
• 15 Ergonomic Tips for Computer Users (PDF)
• Tips for Using Your Computer Pointing Device (PDF)
• Tips for Selecting a Sit-to-Stand Workstation with a Product Comparison Guide (PDF)
• Tips for Setting up a Sit-to-Stand Workstation (PDF)