So you are thinking of purchasing a new office chair?

Not as easy as it sounds ... here are a few technical details explained to make your purchase a lot easier! Or even to check that you are sitting comfortably in your current chair, as you probably spend around 7 hours a day in your chair. The last thing you want is a back injury from bad posture or a cheap and badly adjusted chair.

Ergonomic seating made SIMPLE!

Ergonomic Seating can be defined as a comfortable working posture with natural alignment of all your joints from your head to your toes.

Ensure that your hands, wrists and forearms are in a row, straight and almost parallel to the floor.

Position your head and torso, so that they are in-line, with head slightly bent forward, facing the front.

Ensure that your shoulders are at ease with upper arms hanging normally at the sides of your body.

Ensure that your elbows are close to your body and bent at an angle of between 90 & 110°.

Ensure that your knees and hips are at almost the same height with your feet slightly forward.

Your feet should be either supported by a footrest or should be relaxing on the floor.

It is also suggested that you get up from your desk and chair every half an hour to stretch your limbs. It is not healthy to continue in any posture for long periods of time, no matter how ergonomically seated you may be!

Ergonomic points regarding the set-up of your chair

(these tips should especially be taken into consideration when planning the purchase of a new chair)

·         The height of the backrest should be adjustable.

·         The backrest should be adjustable for movement backwards and forwards.

·         The chair should have the capacity to swivel 360°.

·         The height of the seat should be adjustable.

·         The seat should have a non slip surface.

·         Make sure the adjustable leavers are not in a position where they might interfere with daily work.

Seating descriptions explained

Adjustable Back Height – Adjusts and locks the back only in various heights up and down for additional back and neck support.

Adjustable Back Rake – Adjusts the back only for support and comfort. Can be locked at desired angle.

Synchronised – Adjusts the angle of both the back and seat independently of one another.

Traditional Tilt – Allows the user to lock the chair at a desired point of recline for maximum comfort.

Weight Tension Control – The tilt allows the whole chair to recline on a pivot under the seat. The resistance can be adjusted according to the users’ bodyweight.

Knee Tilt – Similar to tilt tension but the pivot under the chair reclines back from under the knees.

Seat Slide – Adjusts to create a larger seat area and additional support at the back of the knees.

Seat Height – Allows the user to adjust the seat height for maximum support and comfort.

 

Usage descriptions

Moderate Use = 3 – 5 Hours Usage – Can be used for up to 5 hours per day. Ideal for Light Office/Home Use.

All Day Use = 5-8 Hours Usage – Can be used for up to 8 hours per day. Ideal for Normal Office Requirements.

Intensive Use = 24 Hours Usage – Can be used for up to 24 hours per day. Ideal for Call Centres, Control Rooms and other Demanding Uses.

Simple Office Furniture Ltd hope this makes your decision a little bit simpler,  but please feel free to contact us to discuss the best product for your requirements if you are still unsure.