Test tube holders are racks that are designed to hold test tubes within a laboratory environment. Test tube holders come in a range of sizes including racks that hold multiple test tubes as well as a single test tube holder that allows the person to hold one test tube at a time using a metal clip at the end of a handle (Haines Education and Learning (no date specified)).
Workplace solutions and adjustments:
Test tube holders can be useful for people who have fine motor difficulties or are unable to hold items using both hands. The holder allows the test tubes to be supported, allowing the user to focus on the task.Test tube holders may also be useful for people who are unable to hold items for a sustained period of time.
Relevant Links:
· Energy and stamina (http://www.jobaccess.gov.au/JOAC/Advice/JobRequirementOne/Energy_and_stamina.htm)
· Fine hand coordination (http://www.jobaccess.gov.au/JOAC/Advice/JobRequirementOne/Fine_hand_coordination.htm)
· Fine hand use (http://www.jobaccess.gov.au/JOAC/Advice/JobRequirementOne/Fine_hand_use.htm)
References:
Haines Education and Learning (no date specified), Product List, Haines Education and Learning, Melbourne, viewed 28 March 2008, <http://www.haines.com.au/Gee_Store/scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=6342>.