Posted By MancMan If a preganant worker feels uncomfortable whilst working in a call centre at a workstation on a "normal" DSE workstation chair, what is the situation with giving her (on her request) a more suitable "stable" 4 legged chair with armrests (but doesnt swivel) in order that she feels more secure whilst sitting ?? Does the chair have to be the "normal" DSE swivel chair ??

Posted By Descarte swiveling is not a requirement under the regs but be aware if it does not swivel she may be more likely to twist and pick things up at her side rather than swivel and pick up in front. REquirements under the regs would be height udjustment back support height adjustment and seatbase tilt I think Also arm rests are not always a good idea as they can prevent a user getting close enough to their desk making them therefore reaching or sitting away from their chair to get to the keyboard or then having the kboard in the wrong place. But I presume she will herself have an obstruction to deal with. Comfort and stability are important especialy for pregnant workers but be sure you are still providing adequate support and that the chair is still suitable for DSE. And a proper back supporting cushion or whatever can always make a great deal of diference Des