The following are several tips that can be considered when we are designing an
ergonomic bedroom.
(a) Provide good natural light and ventilation. General lighting in each room,
as well as lighting in closets and task areas, all need to be planned for
(b) Use built-in storage and dressers rather than furniture pieces where
possible to keep floor space open for manoeuvrability;
(c) Design the bedroom to support resident choice and independence;
(d) Generally choose curtains over doors for closets, regardless of operation;
(e) Blinds with cords are not recommended because they present a hazard;
(f) Floor covering must be appropriate for needs;
(g) Fibreglass-reinforced plastic wall panelling resists damage;
(h) Keep all egress (exit) paths open;
(i) Allow for light suppression and privacy with window coverings;
(j) Beds should be placed in rooms of adequate size to permit access to both
sides of the bed;
(k) Beds and positioners should be evaluated in the context of work needing to
be done and room size;
(l) Provide toe-space for safe lifting posture; and
(m) Tear-away curtain can be used as an alternative window covering.
ergonomic bedroom.
(a) Provide good natural light and ventilation. General lighting in each room,
as well as lighting in closets and task areas, all need to be planned for
(b) Use built-in storage and dressers rather than furniture pieces where
possible to keep floor space open for manoeuvrability;
(c) Design the bedroom to support resident choice and independence;
(d) Generally choose curtains over doors for closets, regardless of operation;
(e) Blinds with cords are not recommended because they present a hazard;
(f) Floor covering must be appropriate for needs;
(g) Fibreglass-reinforced plastic wall panelling resists damage;
(h) Keep all egress (exit) paths open;
(i) Allow for light suppression and privacy with window coverings;
(j) Beds should be placed in rooms of adequate size to permit access to both
sides of the bed;
(k) Beds and positioners should be evaluated in the context of work needing to
be done and room size;
(l) Provide toe-space for safe lifting posture; and
(m) Tear-away curtain can be used as an alternative window covering.
Comments