Ergonomics

Ergonomics

By Sandhia Musgrove

​What is wrong in this picture?

Open Ended

Write one thing this man can do make sure he is safe while using the computer.

​WHAT IS ERGONOMICS

The study of people being safe in their work environment.​

​Computer Related Disorders

​There are three (3) Computer related disorders that a person can develop if they DO NOT practice proper Ergonomics.

​1. LOWER BACK PAIN

HOW TO PREVENT (STOP) LOWER BACK PAIN

• Feet should be flat on the floor.

• Take short breaks- get up and walk around.

• Relax your shoulders.

​2. COMPUTER VISION

SYNDROME​

HOW TO PREVENT (STOP) COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME

• Take a break of 5 to 10 minutes from the computer.

• Adjust the brightness.

​3. REPETITIVE STRAIN

INJURY​

HOW TO PREVENT (STOP) RSI

•Take breaks to exercise hands.​

•Lift your fingers when typing.

Fill in the Blanks

How many computer related disorders dis we discuss this class?

Multiple Choice

The Three computer related disorders are: Repetitive Strain Injury , ________ and Lower Back Pain

• RSI

• Neck Syndrome

• Back Pain

• Computer Vision Syndrome

Multiple Select

To prevent (STOP) Lower Back Pain a person has to do the following: ________________

• Take Short Breaks

• Make sure their feet is Flat on the floor

• Keep feet on top of desk

• Relax Shoulders

Multiple Choice

Practicing proper Ergonomics helps to get rid of Computer Related Disorders

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

​WHAT COMPUTER RELATED DISORDER CAN THIS PERSON DEVELOP FROM LOOKING AT THE SCREEN TOO LONG?

• Computer Vision Syndrome

• Repetitive Strain Injury

• Lower Back Pain

• None of the above

Multiple Choice

Sitting up straight is the most recommended position

• True
• False

Multiple Choice

The way we sit at our desk can greatly affect our health

• True
• False
• Sometimes

Multiple Select

Which is the correct posture while using the computer?

Multiple Select

Which is the correct way of working on a Keyboard?