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Planning a Home Office. Designing Effective Workspaces Comfort @ Home, Inc. Typical Home Office Locations. Basement Check for humidity problems Spare bedroom Provides space, storage, quiet Family room Expect interruptions, clutter. Power Considerations.
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Planning a Home Office Designing Effective Workspaces Comfort @ Home, Inc.
Typical Home Office Locations • Basement • Check for humidity problems • Spare bedroom • Provides space, storage, quiet • Family room • Expect interruptions, clutter
Power Considerations • Protect circuit with surge suppressor • 15- or 20-amp circuit usually sufficient • Consider broadband systems • DSL telephone line • Cable modem • Wireless (usually satellite based)
Workspace Furnishings • Consider ergonomics٭ • Align ears, shoulders, and hips • Tilt monitor slightly below eye level • Use correct lighting • Direct light by using task lights • Position desk to side of window ٭Ergonomics Defined... Design and modifications that can be made to incorporate comfort, efficiency, and safety into items in the workplace