Workstation Characteristic

Condition

Sitting

Standing

Sit-Stand

Lateral Movement

Within seated workspace

Frequent movement

Occasional movement

Task Duration

> 5 min.

Intermittent

No preference

Handling Heights

< 6” above surface

> 6” above surface

> 6”  above surface

Weight Handled

< 10 lbs

> 10 lbs

No preference

Required Reaches

Within the reach envelope

Forward reaches of 15”, or frequent reaches below seat pan

Forward reaches of 15” or greater

Forces Exerted

< 10 lbs

Downward forces of > 10lb

No preference

Clearance

Seated clearances for legs and feet are met

Knee clearance < 18” or

foot clearance < 19” to 24”

Inadequate knee room for sitting

Visual Attention

Fine manipulation

Fine manipulation is not required

Fine manipulation is not required

Use of Feet

Foot pedals are used

No foot pedals are used

No foot pedals are used