1. Problems with heavy computer use
With increasing computer use, a number of health and safety concerns related to vision and body aches and pains have arisen. Many problems with computer use are temporary and can be resolved by adopting simple corrective action. Most problems related to computer use are preventable. Symptoms can include:
aches and pains
throbbing
tingling
numbness
burning sensations

2. Measures to protect health when using computers
Measures To avoid problems:
Take regular breaks from working at your computer – for a few minutes every hour
Regular stretching to relax your body
Using equipment such as footrests, wrist rests and document holders

3. Examples
Examples of exercises you could do to avoid problems when using computers

4. Measures to protect physical safety
make sure there are no loose carpets
no hanging wires
no food or drink near computers
no overloaded wires

5. Examples of how to protect physical safety

6. Protect files from being lost
Back up your files regularly
Beware of attachments
Beware of user error
Keep hardcopies of your documents

7. Examples of how to protect files from being lost

8. Protect files from unauthorised access
use a password
Don’t read any spam s

9. Examples of how to protect files from unauthorised access