ERGONOMICS by Namita Joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph en-us 2016-04-27 06:28:16 UTC 2023-02-15 18:02:47 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.storage.googleapis.com/portrait/rose_close.jpg DESKTOP POSTURE namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109145578 2016-05-04 06:45:07 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109145578 TO KEEP YOUR FEET FLAT namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109146309 •Put one or two old phone books 
under your feet so your feet are 
flat on top of them

]]> 2016-05-04 06:50:27 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109146309 TO REACH THE KEYBOARD AND TO KEEP THE MONITOR AT EYE LEVEL namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109146394 •A higher chair is best
•Sitting on a book and supporting your         
feet can work well, too
]]> 2016-05-04 06:51:11 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109146394 TO REACH THE MOUSE namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109146877 Keep the mouse right in front of you if you don’t need the keyboard for the software you are using.]]> 2016-05-04 06:55:45 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109146877 TO KEEP YOUR WRISTS AT LEVEL namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109147018 Buy a wrist rest or make your own wrist rest from a folded towel or jacket]]> 2016-05-04 06:56:58 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109147018 SETTING UP LAPTOP FOR FREQUENT USE namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109548037
  • Maintain a neutral neck posture by placing the top of the screen at about eye level.
  • Attach a regular size, external keyboard and pointing device to the laptop, and place them on an adjustable keyboard tray or desk.They should be positioned at or slightly below elbow height.
  • Angle the screen to reduce bending your head forward. Use your eyes instead of your neck to adjust your line of vision.
  • Reduce glare by positioning the screen at a right angle to windows and away from overhead lighting.
  • Clean the screen frequently as dust can make it difficult to read and may increase eyestrain. 
  • Take frequent stretch breaks every 30 to 45 minutes.
    • ]]>     2016-05-06 02:06:06 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109548037     LAPTOP POSTURE namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109548118 2016-05-06 02:07:00 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109548118 SETTING UP LAPTOP FOR OCCASIONAL USE namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109548541
  • Use a chair that supports a comfortable upright or slightly reclined posture. In a reclined position, prop your feet up to maintain a neutral trunk/thigh angle. Be sure to maintain a neutral neck posture. Use a towel roll or inflatable lumbar pillow to provide low back support.
  • Place the laptop on your lap to help keep your wrists straight while keying. 
  • Don’t place your laptop on top of a pillow or other soft material. The lack of circulation could shut down the fan, which can overheat the computer.
  • Stand up and stretch frequently.
    • ]]>     2016-05-06 02:12:47 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109548541     CARRYING LAPTOP namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109548710
  • Lighten your load by purchasing a lightweight laptop.
  • Carry your laptop in a wheeled case or a backpack with wide, padded shoulder straps and a sturdy hip
    belt. 
  • When carrying files, binders, and additional items, consider putting them in a separate case to balance the load.
  • Eliminate the need to carry your laptop by using portable media storage 
    • ]]>     2016-05-06 02:15:16 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109548710     A SAFE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109549392 2016-05-06 02:23:38 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109549392 INCORRECT POSTURE namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109549439 2016-05-06 02:24:02 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109549439 EYE-STRAIN namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109549578 To reduce strain, take short breaks and rest your eyes.  Look away at your computer 
    at a longer distance and try rolling your eyes and looking side to side.  You could
    also close our eyes for a short while

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  • Poor lighting can cause glare and reflections and make working on your computer difficult or dangerous. 
  • Noise from information processing equipment, such as computers and printers, can be a major source of irritation and can even cause headaches.
  • Technical equipment can also produce considerable amounts of heat. Ensure there is sufficient ventilation so your workplace does not 
    become hot and stuffy.  
  • Take notice of the cables around your computer
    and other equipment. These cables can be quite dangerous, if not taped down or secured in a 
    manner that does not make them an obstacle. 
  • Poor Posture is a major source of health problems associated with using computers. Try not to sit on the edge of your chair. Sit tall with your shoulders down and pulledback.
    • ]]>     2016-05-06 02:26:11 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109549683     EXERCISE namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109550097 Every few hours take a break and perform some gentle exercises and stretches.  
    Stand up, move around.  
    Stretch your wrists, shoulders and perform some gentle and controlled head roles.  
    ]]>     2016-05-06 02:30:36 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109550097     INCORRECT POSTURE namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109550240 2016-05-06 02:32:15 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109550240 CORRECT POSTURE namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109550399
  • Laptop should be eye-level
  • PC should be properly supported
  • Feet should be flat on the floor
  • Shoulders down and relaxed
  • Back should be properly supported
  • You should keep your wrists at level
    • ]]>     2016-05-06 02:34:03 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109550399     CORRECT POSTURE namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109550738 2016-05-06 02:37:35 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109550738 CORRECT POSTURE namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109550917 2016-05-06 02:39:38 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109550917                                              ERGONOMICS namita_joseph https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109551040                                  BY: NAMITA JOSEPH]]> 2016-05-06 02:40:49 UTC https://padlet.com/namita_joseph/2016_namita_joseph/wish/109551040