| RISK FACTORS |
TIPS TO REDUCE RISK |
| REPETITION |
- Alternate tasks.
- Take frequent breaks from keying/or
mousing.
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| AWKWARD POSTURE |
- Sit supported against the back of
your chair.
- Avoid bending or twisting your neck
or trunk.
- Keep shoulders relaxed and arms
close by sides when working.
- Keep elbows at a 100 to 110 degree
angle when using the keyboard and mouse.
- Keep your wrist in a straight or
neutral position when keying or mousing.
- Keep your fingers in a relaxed position
when keying or using the mouse.
- Keep work materials within close
reach.
- Use a telephone headset for frequent/prolonged
phone use.
- Change positions/tasks frequently.
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| FORCE/PRESSURE |
- Key with a light touch.
- Avoid prolonged or excessive grasping
of the mouse
- Use larger diameter pens to reduce
grip when writing.
- Use electric stapler for large jobs.
- Avoid resting weight on elbows on
edge or surface of table.
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| ENVIRONMENTAL |
- Reduce glare on your computer screen
by adjusting it's placement and tilt, using a glare guard or using
window blinds and light filters.
- Rest eyes intermittently by focusing
on distant objects.
- Take visual breaks.
- Remember to blink often when viewing
the monitor
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