Notice: Due to ongoing construction, 4 East is currently closed to the public.  To obtain items located on 4 East, please place an online request for the item to be paged for you using the ‘Place Request’ button in the catalog. Please visit our Circulation FAQ page for assistance in using our catalog.
Notice: Due to ongoing construction, 4 East is currently closed to the public.  To obtain items located on 4 East, please place an online request for the item to be paged for you using the ‘Place Request’ button in the catalog. Please visit our Circulation FAQ page for assistance in using our catalog.

Housework

Ergonomic Sweeping/Mopping

  • Keep your back straight and use your hands
  • Don’t bend or twist your back
  • Bend at the knees, not waist, to lift mop bucket

Ergonomic Painting

  • Take frequent breaks to prevent fatigue
  • Use a ladder when painting at a height
  • Instead of reaching to cover a large area, move your whole body
  • Use a shelf to hold paint cans