Datasheet

ERGONOMICS

General

Back, neck and shoulders

◆ Pay attention to your body’s aches and pains

◆ Keep often-used resources within easy reach

◆ Stretch! Stand up and move around to reduce fatigue

◆ Organise your desktop clutter

◆ Get rid of desktop items you don’t use

◆ Use a phone saddle or headset to ease neck pain

◆ On the phone? Stand up and stretch!

◆ Use a document holder instead of laying documents flat

Arms, wrists and hands

◆ Work at a comfortable height and angle for your

keying style

◆ Keep mouse or trackball close and don’t extend

your reach

◆ If you are left-handed, program your mouse accordingly

◆ Don’t squeeze your mouse! Grasp it loosely.

◆ Clean keyboards and input devices for maximum

performance

◆ Use software programs to adjust speed and to perform

repetitive tasks

◆ Flex hands to relax them

Legs, feet and ankles

◆ Learn to adjust your chair for height, angle, and armrest

position

◆ Use a footrest

Head and eyes

◆ Use a document holder instead of laying documents flat

◆ Position monitor about 50-70cm away from you

◆ Keep your monitor at eye level to avoid eye strain

◆ Minimum recommended screen font is 12pt

◆ Control or minimise glare

◆ Keep your monitor screen clean and dust-free

◆ Reset your eyes with frequent breaks

◆ Exercise your eyes by “tracing” an X inside a box

Tips for your Whole Body