Benefits for individual users
Reduced strain and stress; improved wellbeing, energy and effectiveness; improved morale.
A sense of choice and personal autonomy.
The freedom to move.
Standing encourages a more dynamic approach which carries over to seated working. Sitting posture is improved.
The opportunity to adjust working heights and change position encourages users to listen to their body, to attend to releasing tension.
Benefits for employers
All of the above.
Sit-stand working is an important component of a comprehensive strategy for health and safety and liability issues. Employers can be confident that this part of their ergonomic provision reflects the highest modern standards.