COMPUTER HEALTH AND SAFETY

What are the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome?

• soar back

• painful knee

• sneezing and coughing

• pain, tingling and numbness in the hands

When sitting in a chair you back should be properly supported at a 90 degree angle to your hip

• True

• False

Carpal tunnel syndrome only affects the thumb and the first finger

• True

• False

To prevent eye injury when using the computer you should blink every

• 10 mins

• 20 mins

• 20 seconds

• second

Ergonomics is designing the job, equipment and workplace to fit the needs of the worker

• True

• False

The purpose of ergonomics is to reduce

• happiness

• fatigue

• physical activities

Your feet should be flat on the floor when typing

• True

• False

The mouse should be

• Anywhere that is comfortable

• At least 20 cm away from the keyboard

• Close to the keyboard and inline with your shoulder

How do you correct a glare on your computer screen

• Purchase glasses

• Adjust the brightness

• Turn on the light in the room

Computer work related disorder/illness include:

• Related Seeing Injury

• Repetitive Strain Injury

• Repeated Strong Injury