Computer health and safety

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

• True
• False
• Sometimes

What is the recommended position for your wrist while keyboarding?

• Resting on the palm of your hand

• Resting on a wrist rest

• Hovering above the keyboard

It is recommended to take breaks and move around every 30-40 minutes while working at a computer. Is it better to stand up rather than sit for long periods of time?

• True

• False

• Depends on the situation

It is recommended that you adjust the height of your chair based on the length of your legs.

• False

• Sometimes

• True

Answer explanation

The correct choice is True because adjusting the chair height based on leg length is recommended for ergonomic reasons.

Which image shows the proper way to sit at a computer desk?

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What is wrong with this person's posture?

• Feet not flat on floor

• Sitting with his back not straight.

• Monitor is too far

• His shirt is not clean.

Answer explanation

Sitting with his back not straight is wrong with this person's posture as it can lead to back pain and discomfort.

Eyestrain, fatigue and double vision are examples of what?

• Visual problems
• Attackers
• Poor work environment
• Ergonomics

• POOR POSTURE

• GOOD POSTURE

To prevent eye strain

• Paint your walls bright yellow

• Rest your eyes - look away from the screen occasionally

• Turn all of the lights on

• Make all of your type really small

To prevent eye strain

• Paint your walls bright yellow

• Rest your eyes - look away from the screen occasionally

• Turn all of the lights on

• Make all of your type really small