Long periods of working at a computer can cause fatigue, discomfort or injury. An incorrectly set up work environment, bad posture, or an incorrect typing method can contribute to these problems. Please observe the following points when typing: Ergonomics and posture - Your seat should have good back support - lean slightly back into your chair, not forwards over the keyboard. Your feet should rest flat on the floor or on a foot-rest.
- You should sit about an arms-length away from your monitor. The top of your monitor should be at or slightly below the height of your eyes and directly in front of you. You shouldn't have to tilt or rotate your head to look at it.
- Your keyboard should be at or slightly below the height of your elbows, and shouldn't be tilted towards you. You shouldn't have to tilt or rotate your wrists to reach the keys.
Frequent rests - Take frequent breaks. Do some stretches or take a walk to exercise your arms and legs, and look at some distant scenery out a window to exercise your eye muscles.
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