Let's learn how to manage work-related musculoskeletal disorders
Management include systematically conducting preventive activities tailored to the characteristics of each workplace
such as education on the prevention and management of musculoskeletal disorders and work environment improvement activities
It also includes performing medical management such as early detection, early treatment, and medical checkups to encourage quickly returning to work
It also includes establishing a system to report workers' symptoms and signs of musculoskeletal disorders
implementing administrative measures such as adjusting work schedules and work pace, and providing time to recover
It also includes periodic cleaning and maintenance of work spaces and equipment
Employees are also encouraged to stretch to prevent musculoskeletal disorders
To manage VDT syndrome
sit upright with the spine placed on the backrest of the chair
The eye level should align with the top of the monitor
and the height of the keyboard and worktop should match the elbow height
The keyboard and mouse should be placed so that the wrists remain straight without bending
and allow yourself a 10-minute break every 1 hour of working
To manage chronic fatigue, increase physical activity in daily life
leave the computer workstation to rest during breaks
and avoid computer-related activities during the break
Avoid work-related tasks at home
and get enough rest on holidays to avoid fatigue
Do 30 minutes of aerobic exercise per day
and avoid irritating foods such as coffee and chocolate
To manage job stress, adjust it so that the work is not aggravated or
the responsibility is not concentrated on a specific person
Prepare a counseling window in the workplace
set up a system for office workers with high job stress
to consult while ensuring personal confidentiality
and provide opportunities to exchange opinions so that office workers can communicate their thoughts
When job stress occurs, share your difficulties
and talk to a supervisor or mentor who can get help
Learn effective communication methods to communicate better with customers
and provide opportunities for psychological recharging through club activities and volunteer activities
Then, shall we find out a simple way to stretch during breaks?
The key point in stretching is to keep it in the right position, move slowly
and maintain the posture for 10 to 20 seconds while breathing comfortably
First is neck stretching
Place your thumb on your chin and slowly push it up
Put your hand on your head and slowly pull it to the side
Turn your neck slowly in a circle
Squeeze your hands behind your head, and slowly pull your head down
Next is shoulder stretching
Slowly turn your shoulder joints in a circle
Slowly pull your arm towards your body
Hold both hands behind your head and grab one elbow and press down
Hold your hands behind your back, lift them up, and tilt your head back
Next is wrist stretching
Cross your fingers to hold your hands together and turn your hands and wrists
Repeat stretching and bending the fingers
Spread one hand, tilt your wrist up and down, and slowly pull it toward your body
Put your palms together and keep your hands and elbow on the same height then lower your hands
Next is back stretching
Hold your hands together and slowly stretch them over your head
Sit with your legs crossed and twist your back
Cross your hands, lift them above your head, and bend your waist from side to side
Stretch your crossed palms forward, bow your head and bend your knees
Last is leg stretching
Raise one arm to the back and hold your foot while extending the other arm forward
Repeat this on the opposite side
Straighten your elbows, grab the inside of your knees, and press your shoulders down to the floor
Again, repeat on the other side
Spread your feet shoulder-width apart, then lower them all the way down to your feet with your fingers crossed
Straighten both arms, twist your waist, and bend it toward the other foot
Again, repeat on the other side
This time, let's take a look at the fire-related precautions
You need to be careful about using extension cords in the office
Each wire has a fixed amount of electricity that can flow
The use of octopus-style outlets that connect many electrical appliances at once
can cause electric shock or fire
When you need to plug a large number of electrical appliances into an extension cord
use products with relatively low power consumption
and use individual outlets or cords for high power consumption products
After using electrical appliances, it is recommended to neatly arrange the power cords
and turn off the power of the extension cord
More dust than expected can be found in extension cord holes
which may lead to poor connection or fire
To prevent this, it is also necessary to pay attention to the hole of the outlet
When using electronics, the outlets must also be cared for
The inside of offices usually have a lot of dust
so it is important to be careful not to accumulate dust in the outlet
This is because if dust or foreign substances enter between internal sockets
there is a risk of short circuit and fire
Especially in dry weather such as fall
even small sparks can lead to big accidents, so your must be more careful
Turn off the power if you don't use the outlet for a long time
Attention should also be paid to power cord that connect electronics and outlets
First, check the power cord for damage
If the cord is pressed by something heavy, such as the main body of the computer, it can be damaged
At this time, there is a risk of electric shock and fire if you continue to use it
when connecting the power without realizing the power cord is damaged
Please check for damage to the power cord and stop using it if it is broken or peeled off
Finally, let's look at ten checkpoints for a safe office
One, make sure the outlet is plugged in safely
and make sure there are no fire-hazardous substances around
Two, unplug or switch off any electrical equipment that is not in use
Three, rearrange the power cords so that people don't trip over them while walking
and clear the floor of any liquid
Four, cabinets or drawers should not be opened with excessive force
and must be closed after use
Five, secure cabinets or drawers to the wall to prevent them from toppling over
and install protective covers in angular areas
Six, dangerous office supplies such as scissors and knives should be used carefully and separately stored after use
Seven, set sufficient lighting and install anti-slip measures on the stairs
Eight, when using the stairs, hold the handrail and move slowly
Nine, make note of fire extinguishing equipment, evacuation routes, and the location of the first aid kit
Ten, maintain the correct working posture to prevent musculoskeletal disorders