MMH - Work Space Layout
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What are some important elements of a workplace layout?
Back to topLayout or organization of the work area which allows materials to be handled without excessive bending, twisting and stretching reduces injuries.
- Have all materials at work level.
- Use adjustable elements at the workplace.
![Workbench with adjustable height and tilt improves working position](https://www.ccohs.ca/images/oshanswers/MMH082.gif)
Workbench with adjustable height and tilt improves working position.
![Self-adjusting platform automatically matches worker's height](https://www.ccohs.ca/images/oshanswers/MMH083.gif)
Self-adjusting platform automatically matches worker's height.
- Ensure that there is enough room to turn around to prevent twisting.
![Ensure that there is enough room to turn around](https://www.ccohs.ca/images/oshanswers/MMH081.gif)
- Use adjustable supports or suspenders to operate heavy tools.
![Tool suspender](https://www.ccohs.ca/images/oshanswers/MMH078.gif)
Tool suspender reduces muscular effort and compression on the back.
![Tool support](https://www.ccohs.ca/images/oshanswers/MMH079.gif)
Tool support eliminates over-stretching and overreaching.
- Use bins that allow easy access.
![Side opening on bin](https://www.ccohs.ca/images/oshanswers/MMH080.gif)
Lift-and-tilt device and side opening on bin reduces bending.
- Fact sheet confirmed current: 2019-08-15
- Fact sheet last revised: 2002-09-13