Task Chairs

Task Chairs

Task chairs or Operators chairs are typically office swivel chairs having a variety of common features.

Typically a Task chair will have as a minimum the following features:

• Seat height adjustment
• Back height adjustment (except on some entry level models)
• Adjustability or rake angle of the chair back position
• Armrests if desired
• 5 star swivel base

Some of the better quality models will likely include for some or all of the following features:

• Sliding seat adjustment to cater for the user’s leg length
• Lumbar support moulded into the back
• Height adjustable arms
• Width or angle adjustable arms
• Back tension adjustment to suit user’s weight
• Seat angle and tension adjustment to suit user’s weight

A few models may also offer:

• Vertically or horizontally split chair backs
• Adjustable lumbar support
• Inflatable lumbar support
• Footrests incorporated in the 5 star swivel base

A number of the features found on a Task chair can be considered as gimmicks. I consider the points in the first section to be an essential part of any Task chair as well as adjustable seat depth and height adjustable arms.