COMPUTER USER HEALTH GUIDELINES

1. Work in a well designed work area .

2. Alternate work activities to prevent physical and mental fatique. If possible, change the order of your work to provide some variety.

3. Take frequent breaks. Every 15 minutes, look away from the screen given your eyes a break . At least once per hour, get out of your chair and mve around. Every two hours, take at least a 15 minute break.

4. Incorporate hand,arm, and body stretching exercises into your breaks. At lunch, try outside and work.

5. Make sure your computer monitor is design to minimize electromagnetic radiation (EMR). If it is an older model, consider adding EMR reducing accessories.

6. Try to eliminate or minimize surrounding noise . Noisy environments contribute to stress and tension.

7. If you frequently use the telephone headset. Cradling the telephone between your head and shoulder can cause muscle strain.

8. Be aware of symptoms of repetitive strain injuries. Soreness, pain, numbness, or weakness in neck, shoulders, arms, wrists, and hands. Do not ignore early signs; seek medical advice.

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