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OHS & Workers Compensation> Workers Compensation> Ergonomics> Equipment

Ergonomic Equipment
The following suppliers are recommended suppliers only.  Please note that the list is not exhaustive and other suppliers will also have similar equipment.

As there is a wide variety of equipment available, specific information on selecting appropriate equipment can be provided during a Work Place Assessment by the OHS and Workers Compensation Unit ph. 9385 3784.

Equipment
Possible Supplier
 
Desks
Considerations
  • Type of tasks to be completed at desk
  • Office size area (satisfactory walking area)
  • Height and size of user
  • Storage facilities
  • If adjustable keyboard tray is preferred ensure that this can accommodate keyboard and mouse
 
 
(Refer to Adjusting your Workstation for more information)
Australian Office Furniture
Phone: 9580 1599
 
Krost Business Furniture
Phone:9557 3055
 
Corporate Express (e-procurement)
 
Direct Ergonomics
Phone: 9609 7811
Chairs
Considerations
  • Height and size of user ie. is a longer seat pan and or seat back required?
  • Trial before purchase
  • If arms are required ensure that these do not prevent sitting close enough to desk
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(Refer to Adjusting your Workstation for more information)
 
Australian Office Furniture
Phone: 9580 1599
 
Krost Business Furniture
Phone:9557 3055
 
Direct Ergonomics
Phone: 9609 7811
 
Sturdy Framac
Phone: 9790 3500
 
Stem
Phone: 0720 1277
 
Corporate Express
 
AUZspec
Phone: 9647 1122
 
Monitor Raisers
Considerations
  • Adjustable
  • Stable
 
Computer Mouse
Considerations
  • Type of work completed
  • Hand size / shape
  • Appropriate for both left and right use if mouse is alternated between left and right hands
  • Trial before purchase
 
Foot Rest
Considerations
  • Easy height and angle adjustment
  • Non skid surface
  • Sturdy
 
Document Holder / Desk Slopes
Considerations
  • Size appropriate for type of material referred to
  • Available space on desk
 
Wrist Supports
Considerations
  • Will assist wrist to achieve neutral position
  • Firm
  • Not too high
 
Screen Filters
Considerations
  • Light source resulting in glare / reflection already minimised
 
Head Sets
Considerations
  • Ensure that selected headset will be compatible to the phone
 
Refer to Adjusting your Workstation  for more information)
 
 
PPS Australia
Phone: 9299 4493
 
AUZspec
Phone: 9647 1122
 
Corporate Express
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
UNSW Communications Unit and / or from suppliers advised above

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