Sitting at Work Infographic

While it may look harmless, sitting is a serious workplace health and safety issue.

EARS in line with shoulders
SHOULDERS back and relaxed, not rounded or elevated
BACK straight and supported, sitting upright or leaning
THIGHS and HIPS supported by a well-padded seat, parallel to the floor
FEET forward, fully supported by the footrest
HEAD level in line with the torso
FOREARMS, WRISTS and HANDS relaxed and straight
ELBOWS close to the body, bent between 90° and 120°

Tips to get you out of your seat

What employers can do:

Dangers of prolonged sitting

The majority of full-time working adults in Canada are not getting enough physical activity and are spending 65-73% of their day sedentary.

Source: Statistics Canada, 2020