| The explosion of computer technology
in the workplace is truly astounding. You can’t
function in today’s office without interacting
with a computer. Unfortunately, the single greatest
oversight in computer education is the limited information
about how to properly integrate the human body with
the mesh of electronic nirvana. This is where ergonomics
comes in. And, as with any other “manual on
the human body”, ergonomics is a vast topic
that requires individual tailoring. The following
articles present a variety of office ergonomic topics.
4
Steps to Set Up your Computer Workstation
Here
is the ultimate manual on setting up your computer
workstation. We'll take you through a step-by-step
process that covers your chair, input devices, monitor,
and documents.
A
Postural Guide to Working at your Computer Workstation
If
you are not into "step programs," try this
approach to working at your computer more comfortably.
Here we focus on how to set up your work and equipment
to maintain a relaxed, neutral posture. Learn about
neutral neck posture, proper spinal support, and arm
and hand positions.
Tips
for Computer Users
General
pointers to help harmonize you with your work environment.
Topics discussed include: posture, work technique,
and life style.
Tips
for Using Your Pointing Device
Pointing
devices freed us from command line prompts like DOS
and UNIX, but the benefits came with a risk. Don't
pay the price. Learn how to tame the menagerie of
pointing devices.
Office
Lighting and VDT Workstations
Sutdies
report that almost 90% of computer users have eyestrain
and headaches. So, it is about time we paid attention
to lighting concerns.
Selecting
a Chair
"It
looks really neat!" just doesn't cut it in selecting
a chair. In this section we review all the options
and what might be right for you.
Workstation
Myths
Many
accepted guidelines that people follow when it comes
to computer work are actually erroneous. Learn what
to believe and what not to believe when it comes to
commonly held ideas. Sitting posture, ergonomic chairs,
and adjustable workstations are all included.
Computer
Workstation Checklist
Evaluate
your own workstation using this checklist.
Computer
Operator's Work Technique Checklist
Are
you working harder than you have to? Review this list
to make sure you are doing the most work with the
least effort.
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