Ergonomics for Students and Staff

This chapter reviews three pressing ergonomic concerns in schools-furniture, information and communications technology (ICT), and school bags-to illustrate the role of ergonomics in promoting the long-term health of the next generation and in making school environments safer. General physical fitness, posture, back pain, and back care are related to furniture, information and communication technology, and school bags. Ergonomic practices are often cost effective; many can be implemented through education, procedural changes, or adjustments to existing equipment or furniture.