nd chair in straight line

Top of monitor screen 

at or slightly belo

w the eye horizon

Comfortable, non-strainin

g distance to read monitor (typically 15-30 

inches)

Adjust brightness, contrast, an

d color to comfortable levels

Avoid glare by positioning away 

from windows and direct lights

Keep written work ma

terials propped up 

near monitor screen

 tray, or desk/ta

bleto achieve the

"neutral position" of a st

raight hand: wrist: forearm

Keep upper and lower ar

ms at a 90 degree 

angle to each other

Position mouse as closely to keyboard 

as possible to minimize reaching 

and twisting

ower back) support - if adjustable, 

adjust to maintain an erect sitting posture

Ideal chairs can be easil

y raised or lowered, an

d have 5 wheel legs for 

safety

Keep feet planted firmly on 

floor or footstool to co

unterbalance forces on 

lower back

 or - if not possibl

e - use a foot stool

Keep thighs para

llel to floor

Ensure leg clearance from table or

 keyboard tray 

to avoid bumps, 

scratches, pinches,

 and torn clothing

add up!  Here are some ways to reduce the

wear and tear on your body when trans-

porting your laptop