Ergonomics in the workplace

Evidence suggests that prolonged sitting is common in the Australian workplace, and is associated with a range of health problems.  

Sedentary behaviour is most often experienced by us by sitting at a desk in front of a computer for prolonged periods of time.

There is a growing body of evidence that high levels of sedentary behaviour and sitting in particular are emerging risk factors for chronic disease.

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Sitting for long periods of time is common in Australian workplaces. 

Too much sitting or standing is bad for your health. Prolonged standing can increase risk of fatigue and illness. 

Workers should not stay in a seated, standing or static posture for long periods.  

Persons conducting a business or undertaking have a duty to keep workers safe from the risks of excessive sitting and standing. 

Workstation design in the home & office are important to prevent long periods of stretching or straining.

A good working posture minimizes work fatigue and strain injuries that lead to musculoskeletal disorders.

A workstation assessment should be completed for new employees during the induction process, and for anybody who attains new equipment or requests a review of their workstation.

You may be surprised to know that on average, adults sit for nine hours a day, while school children spend over half of their day sitting.

It’s normal to spend a big part of your day sitting. You sit during your daily commute and as you eat your meals. Then, you’re sitting at your desk in school or at work. When you get home, you may watch TV and scroll on your smart phone on the couch. It all adds up.

Of course, sometimes we need to sit so our bodies can rest and recover. But there is now strong evidence that sedentary behaviour, such as too much sitting and lying down, is linked to an increased risk of developing heart disease and Type 2 diabetes.