Clerical workers used to stand on the job until around the middle of the 19th century. When employers concluded that their workers might be more productive in a seated position. A typical office worker now spends around 96% of their time on a chair*. One of the biggest complaints in the office is bad back and the quality of the chair we sit on.
It is incredibly important to choose the right chair for yourself and your staff.
A good quality chair will:
• Have the right fixtures and fittings to fit within your needs and comfort.
• Will help keep your posture healthy and reduce the cause of back pain.
• Will last much longer than a cheaper chair.
• Are designed to look better, especially if you work in front of clients on a daily basis.
There are thousands of office chairs on the market and choosing the right chair or piece of furniture can be confusing. Here are only a few of the best office chairs on the market today.
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If you currently have some concerns about your staff, seating and lower back problems, check out this down loadable report from Herman Miller on ‘Body Support in the Office: Sitting, Seating and Low Back Pain’, which you will find about half down the page under Health Risks and Prevention. You will also see many other interesting reports by Herman Miller on the office environment and ergonomics.
http://www.hermanmiller.co.uk/our-business/white-papers/
If you’re business is looking to up-grade your office environment and furniture I can help you choose the right furniture for your business needs and requirements.
* From Herman Miller – ‘Body Support in the Office: Sitting, Seating and Low Back Pain’ – 2002.
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