Why ergonomics in the security control room is cruical

WHY ERGONOMICS

The new smoking

The cost of work-related injuries is estimated in the billions of dollars. Research indicates that specifically back pain accounts for more than half of all disabled workers, and this is affecting all industries. Recently, it has been said that sitting is the new smoking. Most people who sit for long periods at their computer, including those in the security industry, understand this and it is why more professionals than ever before are looking to ergonomics for a solution.

Studies show that sitting too frequently throughout the day significantly increases health risks such as premature heart failure.

People who sit for most of the day are 54% more likely to die from heart attacks.

Source: Pennington Biomedical Research Center

The Physical Results of Poor Ergonomics

Poor ergonomics can lead to repetitive strain injuries (RSI), pain, discomfort, headaches, and fatigue. Security personnel and those who sit at a computer longer that 4 hours a day are especially susceptible to RSIs. The areas most affected are:

Neck Pain

Shoulder Pain

Back Pain

Wrist Pain

4 ways a well engineered console and control room can help eliminate risks

A well designed ergonomic control room environment provides consoles that allows for changes in position throughout the day while maintaining proper ergonomic postures.

A well designed ergonomic environment provides control rooms with proper ergonomic lighting and acoustical treatment.

A well designed ergonomic control room environment manages peripheral devices and cabling to reduce clutter and distractions.

A well designed ergonomic control room environment provides work spaces that foster opportunities for collaboration and achievement of productivity goals.