Work from Home Equipment guide

Technology That You May Need:

Headsets:  ~ $80  

Any headset with bluetooth capability will work with your laptop. If you’re unable to find a bluetooth headset, you may also choose one that plugs directly into your laptop - i.e. standard auxiliary input  or headphone jack). 

Recommended models:

• Logitech H540
• Logitech H800
• Plantronics Blackwire 325
• Apple Earpods with 3.5mm headphone plug

Keyboards: ~ $100

To ensure compatibility with Apple products, IT recommends Apple Peripherals. Numeric keypads (bullet points 2 and 3 below) are optional depending on your role. 

Recommended models:

• Apple Wireless Keyboard 
• Apple Wireless Keyboard with Numeric Keypad 
• Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Desktop Wireless Keyboard

Mouse: ~ $100

Recommended models:

• Apple Magic Mouse 2
• Apple Magic Trackpad 2
• Microsoft USB Wireless Sculpt Ergonomic Mouse

Ergonomic Equipment (effective Sept 1 ‘2020): Max $200 (Chair); Max $300(Desk)

To support employees with their ergonomic setup at home. Please expense directly to your department (subject to approval).  If you have further questions about this policy please reach out via web form or [e-mail]. 

Telecommuting Ergonomics Checklist 

• Elbows at 90 degrees with wrists straight 
• Upper arms located by the worker’s side 
• Mouse located next to the keyboard and at the same height 
• Keyboard at the same height as the elbows 
• Seat height adjusted so the thighs are parallel to the floor 
• Lumbar support adjacent to the small of the back 
• Top of screen at eye level 
• Monitor located approximately arm’s length away from worker 
• Feet firmly supported by the floor or by the footrest 
• Leg room should be free of obstructions