This document provides safety tips and ergonomic guidelines for computer use. It discusses proper positioning of the monitor, keyboard, chair, and other office equipment to reduce strain and injuries. Specific tips are given for correct posture of the head, back, legs, wrists and other body parts. Simple exercises are also outlined to counteract static positioning. The goal is to fit the work environment to the individual to allow for increased safety, comfort and productivity.

1. SAFETY TIPS IN COMPUTER USE

4. HUMAN ENGINEERING/ERGONOMICS Definition: Objective: Primary Areas of Ergonomics : It is the study of how people physically interact with their work – fitting the job, the equipment, and the work environment to the worker. To Work in great safety and comfort with increased productivity. - Monitor Location - Keyboard Location - Seating

5. OFFICE OF HORRORS

6. Head and Neck × Incorrect head and neck position What can happen If the position of head ( or neutral) backward forward,

8. Lower Back When you sit down the inward curve in your lower back flattens, this places pressure in the spine. × Incorrect lower back position What can happen

11. Legs and Knees Pressure can build up under thighs and behind knees if your chair in not adjusted properly. × Incorrect leg and knee position What can happen

13. Keyboard If you hold your elbows away from your body, muscles in your neck, shoulder and upper arms are under a constant static load. × Incorrect keyboard position What can happen

15. Hands and Wrists The tendons and nerves that control the fingers run through the wrists. Placing your keyboard at an angle to the edge of the desk encourages a bad posture. × Incorrect wrist and hand position What can happen

17. Feet and Ankles If your seat is too high or too low you, will experience uneven pressure under the thighs and this can restrict blood flow and pinch nerves. × Incorrect foot and ankle position What can happen

18. If you can feel pressure under the front of the thighs, g et a footrest. Actions to take  Correct foot and ankle position

20. Additional Setup Steps: Position any additional equipment in accessible places. Eliminate any reflection on your monitor.

22. EXERCISES - CONTINUE Back and Shoulder Exercises Stand up straight, place your right hand on your left shoulder and move your head back gently. Do the same thing for the right shoulder

23. EXERCISES - CONTINUE Head and Neck Exercises

24. IDEAL OFFICE

25. Remember ! Remember.. following these ergonomic guidelines can help you prevent common injuries associated with the use of computers. Remember… in most cases, corrective measure are relatively simple and inexpensive. Remember... Through the application of getting the ideal office, you ca work in greater safety and comfort with increased productivity.

26. Symptoms

27. Footrest