1. IMPROPER KEYBOARDING POSTURE
Unit 2 – Keyboarding: The Alphabet Lesson 6

2. Unit 2 - Lesson 6 Improper Keyboarding Posture
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Unit 2 - Lesson 6 Improper Keyboarding Posture

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KEYBOARDING INJURIES
Be aware of your posture while keyboarding.
This student has improper posture at the keyboard.
Unit 2 - Lesson 6 Improper Keyboarding Posture

4. IMPROPER POSTURE CAUSES INJURIES
Avoid working with the head or body twisted.
Unit 2 - Lesson 6 Improper Keyboarding Posture

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COMPUTER SLUMP
Lean back in your chair. Rest your back when you are typing.
Never slouch or lean forward.
This posture is bad for your back.
Unit 2 - Lesson 6 Improper Keyboarding Posture

6. SYMPTOMS OF REPETITIVE STRAIN INJURY
Early warnings of injury are sore shoulders or neck pain.
The discomfort usually starts in one area.
Unit 2 - Lesson 6 Improper Keyboarding Posture

7. REST YOUR LIMBS FREQUENTLY
While keyboarding, change position frequently.
Take regular breaks to avoid fatigue.
A five- or ten-minute break every hour is recommended.
Short, frequent breaks are better than longer, less frequent breaks.
Unit 2 - Lesson 6 Improper Keyboarding Posture

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ALWAYS REST YOUR BACK
Unit 2 - Lesson 6 Improper Keyboarding Posture

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PRACTICE GOOD POSTURE
Your head and neck should be upright or tilted slightly forward.
Unit 2 - Lesson 6 Improper Keyboarding Posture

10. PRACTICE GOOD KEYBOADING POSTURE!
Unit 2 - Lesson 6 Improper Keyboarding Posture