https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016 Edan_Zani 2016 en-us 2016-05-03 01:38:47 UTC 2024-05-29 09:09:48 UTC hello@padlet.com edan_zani https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/108886233 Keep the mouse right in front of you if you dont need the keyboard for the software you are using]]> 2016-05-03 01:39:54 UTC https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/108886233 edan_zani https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/108886505 Put one or two old phone books under your feet so your feet are flat on top of them]]> 2016-05-03 01:42:23 UTC https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/108886505 edan_zani https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/108886598 Buy a wrist rest or make your own wrist rest from a folded towel or jacket]]> 2016-05-03 01:43:14 UTC https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/108886598 edan_zani https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/108886689 Sometimes at home and at school, the computer area may not fit you properly. You might not be able to:]]> 2016-05-03 01:44:12 UTC https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/108886689 edan_zani https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/108886809 A higher chair is best • Sitting on a book and supporting your feet can work well, too]]> 2016-05-03 01:45:30 UTC https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/108886809 edan_zani https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/108887149 Position monitor, keyboard, and chair in straight line x Top of monitor screen at or slightly below the eye horizon x Comfortable, non-straining distance to read monitor (typically 15-30 inches) x Adjust brightness, contrast, and color to comfortable levels x Avoid glare by positioning away from windows and direct lights x Keep written work materials propped up near monitor screen ]]> 2016-05-03 01:49:38 UTC https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/108887149 edan_zani https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109121343 It is important that the area you set aside to work on your course is a safe and healthy one. When working on a computer it is important that you try to take a break, stand up, move around and exercise your eyes at least every 2 hours.]]> 2016-05-04 02:08:08 UTC https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109121343 edan_zani https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109121684 Your feet can rest comfortably on the floor or on a footrest the seat slope is level or slightly forward so that the blood flow to your legs is not restricted the height and angle of the back rest support your lower back]]> 2016-05-04 02:11:12 UTC https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109121684 edan_zani https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109122083 There are two ways to achieve this: 1. If the desk and chair are both adjustable, adjust the chair so your feet are flat on the floor then adjust the desk so your arms are parallel to the floor 2. If only the chair is adjustable, adjust it so your arms are parallel to the floor, then find something your feet can rest firmly on (a wedge of wood or phone book/s will do). ]]> 2016-05-04 02:13:11 UTC https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109122083 edan_zani https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109122337 The top of your screen monitor should be at eye level and be about 0.7 m away from you. Set the distance between your eyes and the screen so that you can focus on the screen easily. Usually this will be within an arm's length.]]> 2016-05-04 02:15:12 UTC https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109122337 edan_zani https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109122784 Remember to place the keyboard in a position that allows your forearms to be close to horizontal and your wrists to be straight; that is, each hand should be in line with the forearm. ]]> 2016-05-04 02:17:55 UTC https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109122784 edan_zani https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109122991 The screen should be positioned so that the light coming from windows and overhead lighting does not cause reflections on the screen. The screen should be placed so you do not face directly into, or away from, a window. Special filters can be placed over the screen to cut down on the glare.]]> 2016-05-04 02:19:15 UTC https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109122991 edan_zani https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109123265 Noise from information processing equipment, such as computers and printers, can be a major source of irritation and can even cause headaches. If using a computer in a small space, it is advisable to keep the printer in an adjacent room or well enough away not to be a concern. ]]> 2016-05-04 02:21:00 UTC https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109123265 edan_zani https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109123751 Always be aware of the location of cables and power points Never plug a loose cable into a socket while power is still supplied to the system Tape down or secure all cables]]> 2016-05-04 02:25:04 UTC https://padlet.com/edan_zani/2016/wish/109123751