Computer – Related Health Problems

What CAUSESComputer – Health Problems?

SPENDING TOO MUCH TIME

INFRONT THE OF COMPUTERS

The  Effects  of    Computer  –  Related  Health  

Problem  • Short  Term  eye  problems  :  Burning,  Itching  and  Tearing.    

• Eyestrain  and  eye  soreness  especially  for  the  video  display  users.    

• Backaches  and  neckaches.      

Important Fact

Researchers   found   out   that   employees    who   used   video   displays   and   had   heavy  workloads   are   prone   to   psychological  distress  like  anxiety,  irritability  and  faBgue.    

What to do when you need to spend more time on computers? Give employees rest breaks. Atleast 15 to 2o minutes after two hours of continous work for operators under moderate workloads and 15 minutes break every hour for those with heavy workloads.

Design maximum flexibility into work station so it can be adapted to individual operator. Eg: Use appropriate chair that can be adjusted that can support the mid-back and the computer screen must be positioned properly.

Reduce glare with devices such as over windows, terminal screen hoods properly positioned, and recessed or indirect lighting.

Give workers a complete pre placement vision exam to ensure properly corrected vision for reduced visual strain.

Place the keyboard infront of the employee, tilted away with the rear portion lower than the front.

Place the computer mouse and mouse pad as close to the user as possible, ensure there are no obstructions on the desk that impede mouse movement.

Allow the user to position his or her wrists at the same level as the elbow.

Put the monitor at or just below eye level

Let the writs rest lightly on a pad for support.

Put the feet flat on the floor, or on a foot rest.