NEC 2000 - Manual (Page 115)

A-12 Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment
Checking Your Keyboard
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Is your keyboard angled so your wrists are straight when you type?
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Is your keyboard directly in front of you?
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Do you avoid resting your wrists on sharp edges?
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Do you press the keys gently and not bang on them?
Checking Your Mouse
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Is your mouse at the same height as the keyboard and next to the
keyboard?
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Are your wrists straight and your touch light when moving the mouse?
Checking Your Monitor
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Did you adjust your monitor so that the top of the screen is at or
slightly below eye level?
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Do you periodically rest your eyes by blinking often or looking away
from the screen?
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Is your monitor no closer than 12 inches and no farther away than 28
inches from your eyes?
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Do you use a document holder placed close to the screen?
Checking You
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Is your work area set up to promote a natural and relaxing working
position with frequently used work items within close reach?
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Do you take frequent short breaks?
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Do you stretch and walk during your breaks?
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Do you vary your tasks during the day?
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Do you have regular eye checkups?
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Do you contact your doctor if you feel any sustained discomfort?