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A Guide To Selecting Office Seating
ILC Reference NO 41:23:031
Item sourced from ILC WA database
Short Description
Correct sitting posture is important, especially when being seated for long periods e.g. at work. Office chairs can promote or discourage good posture depending on the design of the chair; chairs should be tried carefully before purchase to assess their correct fit, suitability to work environment and comfort.
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Points to consider whe buying an office chair:
- nature / purpose of work - desk style and requirements
- swivel capacity; ability to lock the swivel mechanism
- seat width
- adjustability of seat height
- ease of using gas assist lever or other adjusting mechanism
- seat depth - adjustable or fixed
- adjustability of backrest angle and height
- comfort of cushioning
- adjustability of seat angle and of fixed or free float mechanism
- amount of lumbar support provided
- adjustability of lumbar support
- firmness of cushioning (to help with getting up)
- comfort and durability of upholstery
- stationary versus mobile on glides or castors
- stability; five star base versus sleigh base
- height of armrests; capacity for armrests to fit under desk / height - adjustability of armrests
- padding on armrests
- support for head or neck
- height of backrest
- footrest adjustability
- lateral support for back
- weight carrying capacity of chair
Commonly available features:
- extra bolster of foam at seat front to prevent user from sliding forward
- additional side supports
- moulded armrests
- individual cushion contouring
Alternate chair styles to consider:
- kneel / sit chairs
- draftsman chairs (no arms, drafting height range, adjustable footring)
Suggestions for persons using office chairs:
- A footrest or footstool ensures that feet are kept flat, knees kept at ninety degrees.
- Change position regularly; get up and walk around.
- Use a lumbar support - built in, roll wedge, a rolled up towel or lumbar wedge - if lumbar pain a problem.
- Elbows should rest at ninety degrees.
For further information, contact the Independent Living Centre of WA (Inc).
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