Show Reduce Housework One of the first steps in reducing fatigue in housework is to check work surfaces for height Sink work worktable worktable worktable table ironing board washing machine machine machine ma ma- chine tub and other equipment should be the right height so that it itis itis itis is not necessary to bend over them themas as you work Raise the level of the dishpan by standing it on a rack or inverted pan in the sink Blocks can be put under the legs of the work table to increase its height Stands or benches used for portable wash tubs can be raised by means of planks or boards Most folding ironing boards can be to suit the comfort of the ironer In some cases even stationary wash tubs can be raised with very little work |