OSH Info: Adverse Health Effect due to Ergonomic Risk from Standing Work

Improper design of standing workstation may create risks to the employee’s body system due to:
Localised fatigue that can cause pain and discomfort to the muscles of the back, neck and shoulders; and the joints of the knees, ankles, hips, shoulders, and elbows.

General fatigue that results in reduced physical ability to perform a task. It also can reduce the concentration level of employees.