When it comes to buying an office chair, you will soon discover there are many different shapes and styles to select from.  Here is a list of chair features that you should consider to ensure your chair is ergonomic:

CHOOSE a chair with:

√  adjustable height, seat, arm rest and back rest

√  a backrest which is shaped to support the lower back and does not give way

√  a seat height which does not put pressure on back of the thighs

√  a seat that curves downwards at the front edge to prevent pressure on the back of legs

√ arm rests which do not prevent the chair from being drawn up to the desk or interfere with natural movement

√  a non-slip breathable seat fabric

√ a swivel mechanism so that twisting can be avoided

√  a stable base

√  five castors for easy movement

 

* Portions of this broadcast printed from CCOHS – Office Ergonomics 5th Edition