Office chairs – an office chair that complies with health and safety regulations

The new regulation on health and safety at work at workstations equipped with computer monitors amends the provisions regarding workstation equipment. This also applies to chairs. What health and safety requirements should they now meet? ergonomic office chair?

An office chair that complies with health and safety regulations: what criteria should an ergonomic office chair meet?

In accordance with the Regulation of the Minister of Labour and Social Policy amending the regulations on health and safety at work, a chair forming part of the workstation’s equipment should have:

• sufficient stability by fitting it with a base comprising at least five supports fitted with castors,
• seat height adjustment, lumbar support height adjustment, backrest angle adjustment, and appropriate dimensions of the backrest and seat, ensuring a comfortable sitting position and freedom of movement,
• contoured seats and backrests designed to follow the natural curve of the spine and thighs,
• the ability to rotate 360 degrees about a vertical axis,
• adjustable armrests.

The legislator has also included a provision stipulating that, at the employee’s request, the workstation must be fitted with a footrest.

Seat height adjustment mechanisms aren’t the whole story: ergonomic office chairs from Mark Adler and Huzaro

Which office chair should you choose to ensure it meets the latest health and safety requirements and is comfortable for the user? Here are our recommendations, designed to ensure a comfortable posture whilst working at a computer.

Expert 9.5

Expert 9.5 is an ergonomic office chair featuring functional design elements that meet health and safety requirements. It has been designed to ensure comfortable, long hours of office work. The multi-directional adjustment system allows the chair to be tailored to individual needs and preferences.

Expert 4.9

Expert 4.9 not only meets health and safety requirements, but also offers other practical features, such as an adjustable headrest and a hanger fitted to the back of the seat back.

Expert 7.9

As well as an adjustable headrest, lumbar support and a range of other ergonomic features, the Expert 7.9 also features a footrest, which helps to reduce tension and fatigue in the leg muscles. Available in classic grey and black.

Combat 7.0

Combat 7.0 is an ergonomic office chair with a gaming feel. We have combined a five-star base with castors, seat height adjustment, contoured seat and backrest, lumbar support height adjustment, as well as adjustable armrests and 360-degree swivel capability – all combined with a modern design. As a result, this model is a hit with both managers and gamers alike.

Expert 4.6

The special contouring of the backrest, designed to match the natural curvature of the spine, makes the Expert 4.6 chair ideal for prolonged sitting. Thanks to the 4-position lumbar support height adjustment, it can be easily adjusted to suit the user’s height.