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title: "<em>What is important when furnishing a control room?</em>"
description: "When furnishing a control room, it is important to take a holistic approach. To stimulate [**efficiency**](https://ergo-lab.be/lab/en/faq/ergonomics-technology-rich-environment/) and safety in a 24/7 working environment, it is best to consider the following factors: - Use of space: dividing the space appropriately creates…"
url: "https://ergo-lab.be/lab/en/faq/important-when-furnishing-control-room/"
updated: "2023-08-29"
category: 24/7 workplace (and its furnishings)
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# <em>What is important when furnishing a control room?</em>

When furnishing a control room, it is important to take a holistic approach. To stimulate [**efficiency**](https://ergo-lab.be/lab/en/faq/ergonomics-technology-rich-environment/) and safety in a 24/7 working environment, it is best to consider the following factors:

- Use of space: dividing the space appropriately creates clarity and structure. As well as dividing the space, it is important to provide a safe entrance and exit with optimal walking routes, view lines and communication lines.
- [**Ergonomics**](https://ergo-lab.be/lab/en/faq/ergonomic-furnishing-control-room/): create an ergonomically designed workplace where every employee can work in comfort. That includes everything from height-adjustable chairs, desks and screens to ergonomic keyboards. But don’t forget [**good lighting and acoustics**](https://ergo-lab.be/lab/en/faq/importance-acoustics-lighting-control-room/).
- Technical infrastructure: integrate the right technical facilities, such as adjustable screens, USB connections, sound systems, cable ducts and communications technology.
- Safety: fire extinguishers and emergency lighting are vital to support the constant activity in the room.
- Training: invest in repetitive training sessions for people who work in an alarm centre or control room, to achieve an optimal balance between health, safety and ergonomics.

[**Find out more**](https://ergo-lab.be/lab/en/control-room-furnishings/) about our approach to conceiving, designing and creating a 24/7 workplace.