I have recently carried out a risk assessment for an office worker and one of the issues raised was the chair she has at her desk. She enquired about the purchase of a "pregancy chair" as apparently she had the use of one during her last pregnancy at her previous employment. Now I have had a look around some office furniture websites and I can't find any chairs that are specific for pregnant office workers. Plenty of "ergonomic chairs" but how would I know if it was suitable for someone who is pregnant? Has anyone else had to source such chairs and if so where from? Or has anyone got any alternative suggestions? Thanks John

I suggest you discuss with the individual what the chair looked like. I've never heard of a pregnancy chair, however her previous employer may have provided a chair with additional back support. If her current chair is not fully adjustable Back, height support etc. This may be what she is indicating.

We do the usual pregnancy risk assessments but also use a company who supply the "pregnancy chair". They are a well known "posture correct" company - google and you will find the link. They come in and do the full ergonomic assessment and we follow their recommendations. And I have no association with the company whatsoever - I did the risk assesment - my HR department referred the lady concerned. David