What if my desk is the wrong size?

Much office equipment is still built for a standard-sized man, and is not downwardly adjustable for women or smaller people, or upwardly adjustable for tall people.

Foot rests can help some smaller people. Taller people can sometimes have their desks fitted with leg extensions to raise the worksurface further off the floor.

But some will need special desks or chairs.

If you find that your furniture does not 'fit', then you should take action. Raise it with your line manager, and if you do not get any joy and you work in a unionised workplace, raise it with your safety rep. Employers have a legal duty to provide furniture that does not injure you.