Ergonomics is the term that refers to scitific discipline concerned with design according to human needs. It looks at what kind of work you do, what equipment you use and your entire job environment. The goal of ergonomics is to find best fit between you and your job conditions.
To setup an ergonomic computer workstation, make sure that teh computer is placed on a stable working surface with adequate room for proper arrangement. It's important to choose a comfortable chair for the user to sit in. Chair should be adjusted at a fixed height provided that its comfortable and has a good backrest that provides lumbar support.
A good workstation design will allow any computer user to work in a neutral, ideal typing posture that will minimize the risk of deveoping any injury.
A good workstation setup may include:
To setup an ergonomic computer workstation, make sure that teh computer is placed on a stable working surface with adequate room for proper arrangement. It's important to choose a comfortable chair for the user to sit in. Chair should be adjusted at a fixed height provided that its comfortable and has a good backrest that provides lumbar support.
A good workstation design will allow any computer user to work in a neutral, ideal typing posture that will minimize the risk of deveoping any injury.
A good workstation setup may include:
Ergonomics keyboards and mouse
Wrist rests
Support braces/gloves
Other considerations are the following environmental conditions where computer will be used
Lighting
Ventilation
Noise Take a break!
Make sure to practice the following to help avoid strain and injury
Eye breaks every 15 minutes
Rest breaks every 30 to 60 minutes.
Exercise break every 1-2 hours.
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